Sb in Tagalog

Somebody in Tagalog is translated as “Isang tao” (a person), “Sinuman” (someone/anyone), or “May tao” (there is someone). These terms refer to an unspecified or unknown person in Filipino conversations. Understanding these variations helps you express indefinite references to people, whether you’re talking about strangers, making general statements, or referring to someone whose identity is unclear or unimportant.

[Words] = Somebody

[Definition]:

• Somebody /ˈsʌmbɒdi/
• Pronoun 1: An unknown or unspecified person; some person.
• Pronoun 2: A person of importance or authority.
• Noun: An important or notable person.

[Synonyms] = Isang tao, Sinuman, May tao, Kung sino, May isa, Isa, Isang indibidwal.

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: I heard somebody knocking on the door late last night.
Ex1_PH: Narinig ko ang isang tao na kumakatok sa pinto kagabi ng hatinggabi.

Ex2_EN: Can somebody help me carry these heavy boxes to the storage room?
Ex2_PH: Maaari bang may tao na tumulong sa akin na dalhin ang mga mabibigat na kahon sa silid-imbakan?

Ex3_EN: She thinks she’s somebody important just because she won the competition.
Ex3_PH: Akala niya ay siya ay isang taong mahalaga dahil lamang nanalo siya sa kompetisyon.

Ex4_EN: Somebody must have taken my umbrella by mistake from the office.
Ex4_PH: Sinuman ay siguradong kumuha ng aking payong dahil sa pagkakamali mula sa opisina.

Ex5_EN: If somebody calls while I’m out, please take a message for me.
Ex5_PH: Kung may tao na tumatawag habang wala ako, pakiuha ng mensahe para sa akin.