Infinitive in Tagalog

Infinitive in Tagalog is translated as “Pandiwa sa anyong kataga” or “Pawatas”. This grammatical term refers to the base form of a verb that expresses an action or state without indicating tense, person, or number.

Understanding infinitives is crucial for mastering Tagalog grammar and verb conjugation. Explore the complete linguistic analysis, synonyms, pronunciation guide, and practical examples below.

[Words] = Infinitive

[Definition]:
– Infinitive /ɪnˈfɪnɪtɪv/
– Noun 1: The basic form of a verb without inflection, typically preceded by “to” in English (e.g., “to run,” “to eat”).
– Noun 2: A verb form that functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence.
– Adjective: Relating to or being the infinitive form of a verb.

[Synonyms] = Pawatas, Pandiwa sa anyong kataga, Pandiwang walang panahunan, Salitang-kilos sa anyong payak, Batayang anyo ng pandiwa, Impinito, Pandiwang di-tiyak

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: To learn a new language requires dedication and consistent practice.
– Ex1_PH: Ang matuto ng bagong wika ay nangangailangan ng dedikasyon at tuluy-tuloy na pagsasanay. (Ang pawatas na “matuto” ay ginagamit bilang paksa)

– Ex2_EN: The infinitive form “to be” is one of the most important verbs in English grammar.
– Ex2_PH: Ang anyong pawatas na “to be” ay isa sa pinakamahalagang pandiwa sa gramatika ng Ingles.

– Ex3_EN: She wants to travel around the world before settling down.
– Ex3_PH: Nais niyang maglakbay sa buong mundo bago manirahan. (Ang pawatas na “maglakbay” ay sumusunod sa pandiwang “nais”)

– Ex4_EN: In Tagalog grammar, the infinitive form of verbs often begins with prefixes like “mag-” or “um-“.
– Ex4_PH: Sa gramatika ng Tagalog, ang anyong pawatas ng mga pandiwa ay madalas na nagsisimula sa mga unlapi tulad ng “mag-” o “um-“.

– Ex5_EN: Students need to understand the difference between the infinitive and conjugated verb forms.
– Ex5_PH: Ang mga estudyante ay kailangang maintindihan ang pagkakaiba sa pagitan ng pawatas at mga balarilang anyo ng pandiwa.