What in Tagalog

“What” in Tagalog is “Ano” – one of the most fundamental question words used to ask about things, objects, actions, or situations. This essential word is used countless times in daily Filipino conversation to inquire or express surprise. Learn how to use it properly in various contexts below.

[Words] = What

[Definition]:

• What /wʌt/
• Pronoun 1: Used to ask for information about something
• Pronoun 2: Used to indicate or emphasize something surprising or remarkable
• Determiner: Asking for information specifying something
• Interjection: Expressing surprise or disbelief

[Synonyms] = Ano, Anong, Alin (which), Ano ba, Ano’ng

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: What is your name?
• Ex1_PH: Ano ang pangalan mo?
• Ex2_EN: What time does the meeting start tomorrow?
• Ex2_PH: Anong oras magsisimula ang pulong bukas?
• Ex3_EN: What are you doing right now?
• Ex3_PH: Ano ang ginagawa mo ngayon?
• Ex4_EN: What! You already finished all the work?
• Ex4_PH: Ano! Natapos mo na lahat ng trabaho?
• Ex5_EN: I don’t know what to say about this situation.
• Ex5_PH: Hindi ko alam kung ano ang sasabihin ko tungkol sa sitwasyong ito.