Mate in Tagalog

“Mate” in Tagalog can be translated as “Kasama”, “Kaibigan”, or “Kapareha” depending on the context. This versatile word can refer to a friend, companion, partner, or even a spouse in different situations. Understanding its various meanings will help you use it correctly in Filipino conversations.

[Words] = Mate

[Definition]:

• Mate /meɪt/
• Noun 1: A friend or companion, especially used in informal British or Australian English.
• Noun 2: A partner in marriage or a romantic relationship; a spouse.
• Noun 3: An animal’s sexual partner.
• Verb: To come together for breeding; to copulate.

[Synonyms] = Kasama, Kaibigan, Kapareha, Kabiyak, Asawa, Katuwang, Kumpare, Tropang, Kakampi

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: He’s been my best mate since we were kids.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ang aking pinakamatalik na kaibigan mula pa noong bata kami.
• Ex2_EN: I’m going to the pub with my mates tonight.
• Ex2_PH: Pupunta ako sa pub kasama ang aking mga kasama ngayong gabi.
• Ex3_EN: She finally found her life mate after years of searching.
• Ex3_PH: Sa wakas ay nahanap niya ang kanyang kabiyak sa buhay pagkatapos ng mahabang taon ng paghahanap.
• Ex4_EN: The birds will mate during the spring season.
• Ex4_PH: Ang mga ibon ay magpapareha sa panahon ng tagsibol.
• Ex5_EN: Thanks for helping me out, mate!
• Ex5_PH: Salamat sa tulong mo, kaibigan!