Ask in Tagalog

“Ask” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “magtanong” (to ask a question), “tanungin” (to ask someone), or “humingi” (to ask for/request something). This essential verb is used daily in Filipino communication for inquiries and requests. Learn how to properly use the different forms of “ask” in various Tagalog contexts below.

[Words] = Ask

[Definition]:
– Ask /æsk/
– Verb 1: To put a question to someone; to request information.
– Verb 2: To request something from someone.
– Verb 3: To invite someone to do something or go somewhere.

[Synonyms] = Magtanong, Tanungin, Humingi, Itanong, Hilingin, Magtanong-tanong, Magsiyasat, Magusisa

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: Can I ask you a question about your experience?
– Ex1_PH: Maaari ba akong magtanong sa iyo ng isang katanungan tungkol sa iyong karanasan?

– Ex2_EN: He decided to ask his teacher for help with the assignment.
– Ex2_PH: Nagpasya siyang humingi ng tulong sa kanyang guro sa takdang-aralin.

– Ex3_EN: Don’t be afraid to ask for directions when you’re lost.
– Ex3_PH: Huwag matakot na magtanong ng direksyon kapag ikaw ay naliligaw.

– Ex4_EN: She will ask him to the dance this weekend.
– Ex4_PH: Yayayain niya siya sa sayawan ngayong katapusan ng linggo.

– Ex5_EN: They asked me about my plans for the future.
– Ex5_PH: Tinanong nila ako tungkol sa aking mga plano para sa hinaharap.