Distance in Tagalog

“Distance” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Layo”, “Distansya”, or “Agwat” depending on the context. Whether you’re talking about physical space between two points, emotional detachment, or maintaining separation, Tagalog offers precise ways to express this concept. Let’s explore how Filipinos use these terms in everyday conversation and various situations.

[Words] = Distance

[Definition]:

• Distance /ˈdɪstəns/
• Noun 1: The amount of space between two points or objects.
• Noun 2: A far-off point or place; remoteness.
• Noun 3: Emotional or social separation between people.
• Verb 1: To make or keep someone or something far away; to separate oneself from.

[Synonyms] = Layo, Distansya, Agwat, Kalayuan, Pagitan, Layò, Kalagayan, Puwang, Interval, Layuan

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The distance between Manila and Cebu is approximately 570 kilometers by air.
• Ex1_PH: Ang layo sa pagitan ng Manila at Cebu ay humigit-kumulang 570 kilometro sa pamamagitan ng eroplano.
• Ex2_EN: Social distancing became an important practice during the pandemic to prevent virus transmission.
• Ex2_PH: Ang social distancing ay naging mahalagang gawi noong pandemya upang maiwasan ang pagkalat ng virus.
• Ex3_EN: She tried to distance herself from negative people who affected her mental health.
• Ex3_PH: Sinubukan niyang lumayo sa mga taong negatibo na nakakaapekto sa kanyang kalusugang mental.
• Ex4_EN: The distance learning program allowed students to study from home during the lockdown.
• Ex4_PH: Ang distance learning program ay nagpahintulot sa mga estudyante na mag-aral mula sa bahay noong lockdown.
• Ex5_EN: From a distance, the mountain looks small, but it’s actually very tall and majestic.
• Ex5_PH: Mula sa malayo, ang bundok ay mukhang maliit, ngunit ito ay talagang napakataas at kagilas-gilalas.