Tagalog Grammar: Balarila ng Wika

TAG-

This is a prefix denoting a season.

Here is a very basic introduction to sentence structure in the Filipino language: Continue reading “Tagalog Sentence Structure”

In the study of Tagalog grammar, maki- is an actor-focus verb prefix indicating a request. Continue reading “MAKI-“

INTENSIFIER

napaka-
(affix the noun form)
very ~

napaka-ganda
so beautiful

napaka-talino
so smart

napaka-espesyal
very special

napaka-lamig
so cold

Maging Magalang = Be Polite

When talking to people older than you, the easiest way to make your sentences polite is to add po, usually at the end.

This is not a standalone word, but a prefix.

magkasing-
(affix the noun form)
as ___________ as
“having the same attribute”

Maka- is a prefix that can be placed in front of nouns or verbs, with different meanings.