People in Tagalog

“People” in Tagalog is “Mga Tao” – referring to human beings collectively or individuals within a group or community. This fundamental term is used extensively in everyday Filipino conversation and writing. Discover the complete usage and examples below.

[Words] = People

[Definition]

• People /ˈpiː.pəl/
• Noun 1: Human beings in general or considered collectively.
• Noun 2: The members of a particular nation, community, or ethnic group.
• Noun 3: Persons in general or everyone; the mass of a community as distinguished from a special class.
• Verb 1: To fill or be present in (a place or area) with people.

[Synonyms] = Mga Tao, Mamamayan, Taong-bayan, Sambayanan, Mga Tauhan, Sangkatauhan

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: Many people gathered at the plaza to celebrate the festival.
• Ex1_PH: Maraming mga tao ang nagtipon sa plaza upang ipagdiwang ang pista.
• Ex2_EN: Filipino people are known for their hospitality and warmth.
• Ex2_PH: Ang mga Pilipino ay kilala sa kanilang pagiging mapagpatuloy at init ng mamamayan.
• Ex3_EN: The government should listen to what the people want.
• Ex3_PH: Ang gobyerno ay dapat makinig sa gusto ng mga tao.
• Ex4_EN: Indigenous people have their own unique culture and traditions.
• Ex4_PH: Ang mga katutubong mamamayan ay may sariling natatanging kultura at tradisyon.
• Ex5_EN: The city is peopled by diverse communities from different regions.
• Ex5_PH: Ang lungsod ay pinuno ng mga tao mula sa iba’t ibang rehiyon.