Man in Tagalog

Man in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Lalaki” (male person) or “Tao” (human being). The term has multiple meanings depending on context, referring to adult males, humanity in general, or human beings collectively.

Understanding the nuances of this word in Filipino helps grasp how gender and humanity are expressed in everyday conversation. Discover the complete translation and usage below.

[Words] = Man

[Definition]:

• Man /mæn/
• Noun 1: An adult male human being.
• Noun 2: A human being of either sex; a person (humanity).
• Noun 3: Mankind; the human race collectively.
• Verb 1: To provide with personnel or operators; to staff.

[Synonyms] = Lalaki, Lalake, Tao, Binata, Taong lalaki, Tauhan, Sangkatauhan

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The old man walked slowly through the park every morning.
Ex1_PH: Ang matandang lalaki ay lumakad nang dahan-dahan sa parke tuwing umaga.

Ex2_EN: Every man is responsible for his own actions and decisions.
Ex2_PH: Ang bawat tao ay may pananagutan sa kanyang sariling mga kilos at desisyon.

Ex3_EN: A young man offered his seat to the elderly woman on the bus.
Ex3_PH: Ang isang binatang lalaki ay nag-alok ng kanyang upuan sa matandang babae sa bus.

Ex4_EN: The company needs experienced workers to man the new production facility.
Ex4_PH: Ang kumpanya ay nangangailangan ng mga bihasang manggagawa upang magpatakbo ng bagong pasilidad ng produksyon.

Ex5_EN: He is a man of honor who always keeps his promises.
Ex5_PH: Siya ay isang lalaking may dangal na laging tumutupad sa kanyang mga pangako.