Language/Tagalog/Vocabulary/Say-Yes

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Welcome to our lesson on how to say "yes" in Tagalog! In this lesson, we will explore the different ways to express affirmation in the Tagalog language. Each of these expressions carries a slightly different connotation and usage, so it's essential to understand when to use them appropriately. The four primary ways to say "yes" in Tagalog are: Oo, Opo, Okey, and Sige. 🎉

After mastering this lesson, you might also be interested in expanding your Tagalog vocabulary in other areas. Feel free to explore our lessons on Tagalog Vocabulary - Animals, Tagalog Vocabulary - Education, and Eating Out to further enhance your language skills. Enjoy learning and happy studying! 📚

Saying Yes[edit | edit source]

Oo[edit | edit source]

This is the most straightforward, neutral way to say yes in Tagalog. It can be used to answer yes/no questions.

Opo[edit | edit source]

This is the polite way of saying "yes". Filipinos use opo instead of oo when conversing with a person who is older or who commands authority, such as professors, employers, politicians and priests, as a sign of respect and courtesy. It can be likened to using "sir" or "ma'am" in English.

Okey[edit | edit source]

This is the same as "Okay" in English, and carries just about the same connotation. It is seldom used, however, in favor of sige.

Sige[edit | edit source]

The Tagalog equivalent for "Okay", and it is more popularly used than okey. Pronounced as (SEE-geh).

Practice phrases[edit | edit source]

Oo, pupunta si Bunso sa pista natin bukas - Yes, the youngest child will come to our fiesta tomorrow.
Opo, Binibining Angela, narito ang aking takdang-aralin - Yes, Miss Angela, here are my assignments.
Sige, bibilhin kita ng aklat - Sure, I'll buy you books.

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