Switch in Tagalog

Switch in Tagalog is “Suwits” or “Lipat” – Filipino terms that can mean to change, exchange, or toggle depending on context. Whether referring to a light switch, switching tasks, or changing positions, these Tagalog words will help you navigate everyday conversations about making changes or transitions.

[Words] = Switch

[Definition]:

• Switch /swɪtʃ/
• Noun: A device for making and breaking an electrical connection.
• Verb 1: To change from one thing to another; to exchange or swap.
• Verb 2: To turn a device on or off using a switch.

[Synonyms] = Suwits, Lipat, Palit, Pagpalit, Lumipat, Magpalit, Pindutan (for button/switch device)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Please switch off the lights before leaving the room.
• Ex1_PH: Pakipatay ang ilaw bago umalis sa silid gamit ang suwits.
• Ex2_EN: I decided to switch my major from engineering to business.
• Ex2_PH: Nagpasya akong lumipat ang aking kurso mula sa engineering patungo sa negosyo.
• Ex3_EN: Can we switch seats? I would like to sit by the window.
• Ex3_PH: Puwede ba tayong magpalit ng upuan? Gusto kong maupo sa tabi ng bintana.
• Ex4_EN: The light switch is located near the door for easy access.
• Ex4_PH: Ang suwits ng ilaw ay matatagpuan malapit sa pinto para madaling maabot.
• Ex5_EN: He needs to switch his focus from social media to studying for exams.
• Ex5_PH: Kailangan niyang ilipat ang kanyang atensyon mula sa social media patungo sa pag-aaral para sa mga pagsusulit.