Therefore in Tagalog

“Therefore” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Samakatuwid”, “Kaya”, or “Dahil dito”, depending on the context. These words are used to indicate a logical conclusion or result in Filipino conversations and writing. Let’s explore the different ways to use “therefore” in Tagalog and see practical examples below.

[Words] = Therefore

[Definition]

• Therefore /ˈðerfɔːr/
• Adverb: For that reason; consequently; as a result of that.
• Used to introduce a logical conclusion or consequence from what has been said before.

[Synonyms] = Samakatuwid, Kaya, Dahil dito, Kaya nga, Sa gayon, Kung gayon, Dahil sa ito

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: The weather was bad, therefore we decided to cancel the trip.
• Ex1_PH: Masama ang panahon, kaya nagpasya kaming kanselahin ang biyahe.

• Ex2_EN: He studied hard for the exam; therefore, he passed with high marks.
• Ex2_PH: Nag-aral siya nang husto para sa pagsusulit; samakatuwid, pumasa siya na may mataas na marka.

• Ex3_EN: The store is closed today, therefore we cannot buy what we need.
• Ex3_PH: Sarado ang tindahan ngayon, dahil dito hindi natin mabibili ang kailangan natin.

• Ex4_EN: She was late; therefore, she missed the beginning of the meeting.
• Ex4_PH: Nahuli siya; kaya nga, napalampas niya ang simula ng pulong.

• Ex5_EN: The evidence is clear, and therefore we must act now.
• Ex5_PH: Malinaw ang ebidensya, at sa gayon dapat tayong kumilos ngayon.