Familiar in Tagalog

Familiar in Tagalog translates to “Pamilyar” (well-known/acquainted), “Kilala” (known/recognized), or “Sanay” (accustomed to). The translation depends on whether you’re describing recognition, acquaintance, or familiarity through experience.

Grasping the nuances of “familiar” helps in choosing the right Tagalog equivalent for different contexts—from recognizing faces to being comfortable with routines. Discover the detailed meanings and practical applications below.

[Words] = Familiar

[Definition]:

– Familiar /fəˈmɪliər/

– Adjective 1: Well-known from long or close association; easily recognized.

– Adjective 2: Having a good knowledge or understanding of something.

– Adjective 3: Informal or friendly in manner; casual.

– Noun 1: A close friend or associate.

[Synonyms] = Pamilyar, Kilala, Kakilala, Sanay, Batid, Nakagawian, Alam, Kabisado, Ginagamit

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: Her face looks familiar, but I can’t remember where we met.

– Ex1_PH: Ang kanyang mukha ay mukhang pamilyar, pero hindi ko maalala kung saan kami nagkita.

– Ex2_EN: Are you familiar with the new software system we’re using?

– Ex2_PH: Pamilyar ka ba sa bagong software system na ginagamit natin?

– Ex3_EN: The smell of freshly baked bread was comfortingly familiar to him.

– Ex3_PH: Ang amoy ng bagong lutong tinapay ay nakakaaliw na pamilyar sa kanya.

– Ex4_EN: Students should be familiar with basic mathematics before taking advanced courses.

– Ex4_PH: Ang mga estudyante ay dapat na sanay sa basic mathematics bago kumuha ng advanced courses.

– Ex5_EN: The old neighborhood still has that familiar feeling even after many years.

– Ex5_PH: Ang lumang kapitbahayan ay mayroon pa ring pamilyar na pakiramdam kahit pagkatapos ng maraming taon.