Introduce in Tagalog

“Introduce” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “ipakilala” (to make someone known to others), “magpakilala” (to introduce oneself), or “ilunsad” (to introduce/launch something new). The specific translation depends on the context—whether you’re introducing a person, presenting yourself, or bringing something new into use.

Understanding these distinctions will help you use the right term in Filipino conversations and ensure clear, natural communication in various social and professional settings.

[Words] = Introduce

[Definition]:
– Introduce /ˌɪntrəˈduːs/
– Verb 1: To make someone known to another person by name or through formal presentation.
– Verb 2: To bring something into use or operation for the first time.
– Verb 3: To present or announce something formally to an audience.
– Verb 4: To bring in or establish something new in a particular context.

[Synonyms] = Ipakilala, Magpakilala, Ilunsad, Ipasok, Ipresenta, Magpahayag, Maglunsad

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: The teacher will introduce the new student to the class tomorrow.
– Ex1_PH: Ang guro ay magpapakilala ng bagong estudyante sa klase bukas.

– Ex2_EN: They plan to introduce a new product line next month.
– Ex2_PH: Plano nilang ilunsad ang bagong linya ng produkto sa susunod na buwan.

– Ex3_EN: Let me introduce myself – my name is Maria.
– Ex3_PH: Hayaan mo akong magpakilala – ang pangalan ko ay Maria.

– Ex4_EN: The company will introduce new policies to improve workplace safety.
– Ex4_PH: Ang kumpanya ay maglulunsad ng mga bagong patakaran upang mapabuti ang kaligtasan sa lugar ng trabaho.

– Ex5_EN: Can you introduce me to your friend?
– Ex5_PH: Maaari mo ba akong ipakilala sa iyong kaibigan?