Det in Tagalog

“Det” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “yaon,” “iyon,” or “ang,” as “det” is short for “determiner” or “that” in some languages (like Swedish/Danish). However, if you’re referring to the English slang “det” (detective), it translates to “detektib” or “imbestigador.” Let’s explore both meanings to give you complete clarity.

Discover the proper translations, related terms, and practical examples below to use this word correctly in Tagalog conversations.

[Words] = Det (Detective)

[Definition]:

• Det /dɛt/
• Noun 1: A person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate crimes and gather evidence.
• Noun 2: (Informal) Short form of “detective.”
• Adjective: Relating to detection or investigation work.

[Synonyms] = Detektib, Imbestigador, Tiktik, Siyasat, Tusong pulis, Ahente

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The det is working on solving the mysterious case.
• Ex1_PH: Ang detektib ay nagsusumikap na lutasin ang misteryosong kaso.
• Ex2_EN: Our best det will handle this investigation.
• Ex2_PH: Ang aming pinakamahusay na imbestigador ang mag-aasikaso ng pagsisiyasat na ito.
• Ex3_EN: The det found crucial evidence at the crime scene.
• Ex3_PH: Ang detektib ay nakahanap ng mahalagang ebidensya sa pinangyarihan ng krimen.
• Ex4_EN: She works as a private det in Manila.
• Ex4_PH: Siya ay nagtatrabaho bilang pribadong detektib sa Maynila.
• Ex5_EN: The det interviewed all the witnesses yesterday.
• Ex5_PH: Ang imbestigador ay nag-interbyu sa lahat ng saksi kahapon.