South in Tagalog

South in Tagalog is “Timog” – the primary word used to indicate the southern direction or location. This directional term is fundamental in Filipino geography, navigation, and everyday conversation. “Timog” is used consistently whether describing compass directions, regional locations, or general positioning. Learn how Filipinos incorporate this essential directional word in various contexts below.

[Words] = South

[Definition]:
   – South /saʊθ/
   – Noun: The direction toward the point of the horizon 90° clockwise from east, or the point on the compass opposite north.
   – Adjective: Located in or toward the south.
   – Adverb: Toward the south.

[Synonyms] = Timog, Katimugan

[Example]:

   – Ex1_EN: The birds migrate south during winter.
   – Ex1_PH: Ang mga ibon ay lumilipad sa timog tuwing taglamig.

   – Ex2_EN: Our house is located in the south part of the city.
   – Ex2_PH: Ang aming bahay ay matatagpuan sa timog na bahagi ng lungsod.

   – Ex3_EN: Drive south on this highway for about 50 kilometers.
   – Ex3_PH: Magmaneho ka sa timog sa highway na ito ng mga 50 kilometro.

   – Ex4_EN: The South China Sea is an important body of water in Southeast Asia.
   – Ex4_PH: Ang Dagat Timog Tsina ay isang mahalagang katubigan sa Timog-Silangang Asya.

   – Ex5_EN: My family moved to the south to find better opportunities.
   – Ex5_PH: Ang aking pamilya ay lumipat sa timog upang maghanap ng mas magandang oportunidad.