Their in Tagalog

“Their” in Tagalog is “kanila” or “nila” – possessive pronouns indicating ownership by a group of people. Understanding the proper usage of these possessive forms is essential for mastering Tagalog grammar and natural conversation flow.

[Words] = Their

[Definition]:

• Their /ðer/
• Pronoun: Belonging to or associated with people or things previously mentioned or easily identified
• Possessive form of “they”

[Synonyms] = Kanila, Nila, Kanilang, Sa kanila

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The students brought their books to class today.
Ex1_PH: Ang mga estudyante ay nagdala ng kanilang mga aklat sa klase ngayong araw.

Ex2_EN: My neighbors painted their house blue last weekend.
Ex2_PH: Ang aking mga kapitbahay ay pinintahan ang kanilang bahay ng asul noong nakaraang linggo.

Ex3_EN: The children left their toys scattered around the living room.
Ex3_PH: Ang mga bata ay nag-iwan ng kanilang mga laruan na nakakalat sa sala.

Ex4_EN: The employees received their bonuses before the holidays.
Ex4_PH: Ang mga empleyado ay nakatanggap ng kanilang mga bonus bago ang mga pista.

Ex5_EN: They always share their food with friends and family.
Ex5_PH: Lagi nilang ibinabahagi ang kanilang pagkain sa mga kaibigan at pamilya.