walang anuman
/waˌlaŋ ʔanuˈman/
The English phrase 'my pleasure' is translated into Tagalog as walang anuman.
walang anuman is used as a polite reaction to receiving thanks.
Meaning: a polite reaction to receiving thanks (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a combination of wala (none/nothing) and anuman (whatever/anything), literally meaning 'it is nothing'.
Which one should you use?
You can use Walang problema. to mean 'No problem', which is used among friends and peers.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase is grammatically indeclinable and does not change based on the number of people being thanked.
How do you pronounce it?
/waˌlaŋ ʔanuˈman/
Did you know?
- While English speakers say 'my pleasure' to emphasize their enjoyment, the Tagalog walang anuman does the opposite by emphasizing the insignificance of the favor.
- The phrase walang anuman shares a conceptual structure with the Spanish 'de nada', reflecting the long history of Spanish influence in the Philippines.
- In very formal or traditional settings, some speakers may add po to the phrase, saying walang anuman po, to show respect to an elder or a person of authority.
Examples in context
- Walang anuman.You're welcome.
- Walang anuman, kaibigan.It's nothing, my friend.
Example conversation
Ricardo helps Jasmine carry some heavy bags.
- RicardoHeto na ang mga gamit mo.Here are your things.
- JasmineSalamat nang marami, Ricardo!Thank you very much, Ricardo!
- RicardoWalang anuman, Jasmine.My pleasure, Jasmine.
- JasmineAng bait mo talaga.You are really kind.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry walang anuman, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
