Duty in Tagalog

“Duty” in Tagalog is “Tungkulin” – referring to responsibilities, obligations, or tasks that one is required to perform. This essential word appears frequently in professional, civic, and personal contexts throughout Filipino culture. Discover its various meanings, related terms, and how to use it naturally in everyday conversations below.

[Words] = Duty

[Definition]:

• Duty /ˈduːti/
• Noun 1: A moral or legal obligation; a responsibility or task that one is required to perform.
• Noun 2: A tax levied on certain goods, especially imports.
• Noun 3: A period of work or service, especially for military or security personnel.

[Synonyms] = Tungkulin, Obligasyon, Responsibilidad, Katungkulan, Gawain

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: It is every citizen’s duty to obey the laws of the land.
• Ex1_PH: Ito ay tungkulin ng bawat mamamayan na sumunod sa mga batas ng bansa.
• Ex2_EN: The security guard is on duty from 8 PM to 6 AM.
• Ex2_PH: Ang guwardiya ay naka-duty mula 8 ng gabi hanggang 6 ng umaga.
• Ex3_EN: We have to pay customs duty for imported goods.
• Ex3_PH: Kailangan nating magbayad ng buwis sa adwana para sa mga imported na produkto.
• Ex4_EN: As a parent, it’s my duty to provide for my children’s needs.
• Ex4_PH: Bilang magulang, ang aking tungkulin ay bigyan ng pangangailangan ang aking mga anak.
• Ex5_EN: The nurse reported for duty at the hospital emergency room.
• Ex5_PH: Ang nars ay nag-report para sa tungkulin sa emergency room ng ospital.