Goodnight, mahal kita
The English phrase "goodnight I love you" is translated into Tagalog as Goodnight, mahal kita.
This phrase is used to express affection to someone before they go to sleep. While Tagalog has its own words for these sentiments, such as Magandang gabi for "Goodnight", irog for "darling" and sinta for "beloved", the specific combination of English and Tagalog provided is a common way to communicate this sentiment in modern settings.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The form Goodnight, mahal kita is informal.
Did you know?
- The word mahal originally meant 'expensive' or 'costly' before it was used to describe a person as 'precious' or 'beloved'.
- The phrase mahal kita uses a unique pronoun kita that combines 'I' and 'you' into one word, specifically meaning 'I [love] you'.
- The term Magandang gabi, while translating to 'Goodnight', literally means 'Beautiful night'.
Examples in context
- Goodnight, mahal kita.Goodnight, i love you.
- Matulog ka na, goodnight, mahal kita.Go to sleep now, goodnight, i love you.
- Salamat sa gabi na ito, goodnight, mahal kita.Thank you for this night, goodnight, i love you.
Example conversation
A couple is talking on the phone before bed.
- JosePagod na ako, matulog na tayo.I am tired, let's go to sleep.
- AngelaSige, pahinga ka na rin.Okay, you rest too.
- JoseGoodnight, mahal kita, Angela.Goodnight, i love you, Angela.
- AngelaGoodnight din, mahal din kita.Goodnight too, i love you too.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries kita, mahal, CC BY-SA 4.0.
