Morning in Tagalog

“Morning” in Tagalog is “Umaga” – the word for the early part of the day from sunrise to noon. This fundamental time expression appears in daily greetings and conversations throughout the Philippines. Let’s explore its usage, synonyms, and practical examples below.

[Words] = Morning

[Definition]

• Morning /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/
• Noun: The period of time between midnight and noon, especially from sunrise to noon.
• Noun: The early part of the day; the beginning or first part of something.

[Synonyms] = Umaga, Madaling-araw, Bukang-liwayway, Kaagahan

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: I wake up every morning at six o’clock to prepare for work.
• Ex1_PH: Gumigising ako tuwing umaga ng alas-sais upang maghanda para sa trabaho.
• Ex2_EN: Good morning! How did you sleep last night?
• Ex2_PH: Magandang umaga! Kumusta ang tulog mo kagabi?
• Ex3_EN: The morning air feels fresh and cool in the countryside.
• Ex3_PH: Ang hangin sa umaga ay sariwa at malamig sa bukid.
• Ex4_EN: She drinks coffee every morning before starting her day.
• Ex4_PH: Umiinom siya ng kape tuwing umaga bago magsimula ang kanyang araw.
• Ex5_EN: The morning sun shines brightly through my window.
• Ex5_PH: Ang araw sa umaga ay sumisikat nang maliwanag sa aking bintana.