takdang-aralin
/takˌdaŋ ʔaɾaˈlin/
The English phrase "homework" is takdang-aralin in Tagalog. Wiktionary also lists homwork.
Meaning: work that is done at home (noun)
Ways to say it
| Tagalog | IPA |
|---|---|
| takdang-aralin | /takˌdaŋ ʔaɾaˈlin/ (Standard Tagalog) |
| homwork | /ˈhomwoɾk/ (Standard Tagalog) /ˈhowmwoɾk/ (Standard Tagalog) |
The term refers to work that is done at home.
What does it mean word for word?
The word takdang-aralin is a compound of takda (assigned/set) and aralin (lesson/study).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
In casual conversation, many Filipinos simply use the English loanword homework instead of the formal takdang-aralin. A formal way to say homework is Gawain sa bahay.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word takdang-aralin is typically treated as a mass noun or a singular concept in Tagalog, even when referring to multiple assignments.
How do you pronounce it?
/takˌdaŋ ʔaɾaˈlin/
Did you know?
- In modern Philippine classrooms, the English word homework is often used as a verb in Taglish. A student might say they are 'nag-ho-homework', which blends the English noun with Tagalog verb affixes.
- While takdang-aralin means 'homework', the phrase gawain sa bahay can also mean 'household chores'. In a domestic setting, a parent might use this phrase to refer to cleaning or laundry rather than schoolwork.
- The root word takda in takdang-aralin is used for more than just school. It is the same word used to set a date for a wedding, a deadline for a project or a boundary for a piece of land.
Examples in context
- May tambak-tambak akong takdang-aralin.I've got a huge pile of homework.This sentence is useful for expressing that you have a large amount of takdang-aralin.Tatoeba #11646875 by qwertzu, translation #9960784 by sundown
- Mayroon akong takdang-aralin para sa math ngayon.I have math homework today.This sentence is useful for mentioning that you have takdang-aralin for a specific subject like math.Tatoeba #10625577 by dyuuuuuuuuls, translation #242907 by CK
- Maraming ipinapagawang takdang-aralin si Ginang Jackson sa kanyang mga mag-aaral.Mrs. Jackson assigns a lot of homework to her students.This sentence is useful for describing how a teacher assigns takdang-aralin to students.Tatoeba #11834611 by qwertzu, translation #10659719 by CK
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Example conversation
Maria and Jose are studying together in the library.
- MariaTapos mo na ba ang takdang-aralin natin?Are you finished with our homework?
- JoseHindi pa, Maria. Napakahirap nito.Not yet, Maria. This is very difficult.
- MariaGusto mo bang tulungan kita sa takdang-aralin?Do you want me to help you with the homework?
- JoseSige, maraming salamat, Maria!Yes, thank you very much, Maria!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “homework” translations and entries takdang-aralin, homwork, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
