You in Tagalog

“You” in Tagalog is “Ikaw” or “Ka” – the most common second-person pronouns used in Filipino conversations. Understanding these variations will help you communicate more naturally and respectfully in Tagalog. Let’s explore the different forms and how to use them correctly.

[Words] = You

[Definition]:

• You /juː/
• Pronoun 1: Used to refer to the person or people being addressed.
• Pronoun 2: Used to refer to any person in general.

[Synonyms] = Ikaw, Ka, Kayo (plural/formal), Mo, Iyo

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: You are my best friend.
• Ex1_PH: Ikaw ang aking pinakamatalik na kaibigan.
• Ex2_EN: I will give this to you.
• Ex2_PH: Ibibigay ko ito sa iyo.
• Ex3_EN: Are you coming to the party?
• Ex3_PH: Pupunta ka ba sa party?
• Ex4_EN: This book belongs to you.
• Ex4_PH: Ang librong ito ay sa iyo.
• Ex5_EN: You all need to listen carefully.
• Ex5_PH: Kayo ay kailangang makinig nang mabuti.