Which in Tagalog

“Which” in Tagalog can be translated as “Alin”, “Kung alin”, or “Aling”. This English pronoun and determiner is used to ask about or specify a choice from a definite set of alternatives in Filipino conversations. Explore the detailed meanings, synonyms, and practical examples of this essential interrogative word below.

[Words] = Which

[Definition]:

• Which /wɪtʃ/
• Pronoun 1: Asking for information specifying one or more people or things from a definite set.
• Determiner 1: Used to refer to something previously mentioned when introducing a clause giving further information.
• Determiner 2: Used to ask for specific information about alternatives.

[Synonyms] = Alin, Kung alin, Aling, Ano, Anong

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Which color do you prefer, blue or red?
• Ex1_PH: Aling kulay ang mas gusto mo, asul o pula?

• Ex2_EN: I don’t know which road leads to the beach.
• Ex2_PH: Hindi ko alam kung alin na daan ang papunta sa dalampasigan.

• Ex3_EN: Which book did you borrow from the library?
• Ex3_PH: Aling libro ang hiniram mo sa aklatan?

• Ex4_EN: The house, which was built in 1950, is still standing today.
• Ex4_PH: Ang bahay, na itinayo noong 1950, ay nakatayo pa rin hanggang ngayon.

• Ex5_EN: Can you tell me which bus goes to the mall?
• Ex5_PH: Maaari mo bang sabihin sa akin kung aling bus ang pupunta sa mall?