We in Tagalog

“We” in Tagalog translates to “Tayo” (inclusive, including the listener) or “Kami” (exclusive, not including the listener). This distinction is unique to Tagalog and depends on whether you’re including the person you’re speaking to. Learn more about the usage and context below.

[Words] = We

[Definition]:

• We /wiː/
• Pronoun 1: Used by a speaker to refer to themselves and one or more other people considered together.
• Pronoun 2: Used to refer to the speaker together with other people regarded in the same category.
• Pronoun 3: People in general (informal usage).

[Synonyms] = Tayo (inclusive), Kami (exclusive), Tayong lahat, Kaming lahat

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: We are going to the mall this afternoon, would you like to join us?
• Ex1_PH: Kami ay pupunta sa mall ngayong hapon, gusto mo bang sumama sa amin?
• Ex2_EN: We should work together to finish this project on time.
• Ex2_PH: Tayo ay dapat magtulungan upang matapos ang proyektong ito sa tamang oras.
• Ex3_EN: We live in a beautiful country with rich culture and history.
• Ex3_PH: Tayo ay naninirahan sa isang magandang bansa na may mayamang kultura at kasaysayan.
• Ex4_EN: We have been friends since elementary school.
• Ex4_PH: Kami ay magkaibigan na mula noong elementarya.
• Ex5_EN: We need to be more careful about protecting the environment.
• Ex5_PH: Tayo ay kailangang maging mas maingat sa pagprotekta ng kapaligiran.