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<div class="pg_page_title">Tagalog Grammar - Plurals</div>
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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/tagalog Tagalog] learners! 😊<br>
In this lesson, we will delve into plural forms in Tagalog. Understanding how to make plurals is crucial when learning a new language, as it allows you to express quantity and differentiate between singular and multiple objects.
To help you master plural forms, we will provide you with cultural information and interesting facts that will make your learning experience more enjoyable.


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Tagalog is a language spoken by millions of people in the Philippines. It has a rich and complex grammar system, and one of the most important aspects of it is the use of plurals. In this lesson, we'll take a look at how to form plurals in Tagalog.  
== Introduction ==
In Tagalog, plurals are formed by adding the word "mga" before a noun. This word doesn't have a direct English equivalent, but it functions similarly to "the" or "these".
 
For example:
* "bahay" means "house", but "mga bahay" means "houses".
* "asul" means "blue", but "mga asul" means "blues".
 
However, the use of "mga" is optional when referring to plurals that are already clear from thecontext. For instance, if there are multiple plates on the table, you can use the word "plato" instead of "mga plato".
 
 
<span link>Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Irregular-Verbs|Tagalog Grammar → Verbs → Irregular Verbs]], [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Regular-Verbs|Tagalog Grammar: Regular Verbs]], [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Give-your-Opinion|Give your Opinion]] & [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Negation|Negation]].</span>
== Pluralization Rules ==
 
To make plurals in Tagalog, there are several rules that you need to keep in mind.
 
=== Rule 1: Nouns that end in vowels ===
For nouns that end in vowels, just add "mga" before the noun.
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Tagalog !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| panyo || /'pa.njo/ || handkerchief
|-
| mga panyo || /'ma.ŋa 'pa.njo/ || handkerchiefs
|}
 
=== Rule 2: Nouns that end in consonants ===
For nouns that end in consonants, add "mga" before the first vowel of the noun.
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Tagalog !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| libro || /'li.bro/ || book
|-
| mga libro || /'ma.ŋa 'li.bro/ || books
|}
 
=== Rule 3: Nouns that end in "-ng" ===
For nouns that end in "-ng", add "mga" before "ng".
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Tagalog !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| baso || /'ba.so/ || glass
|-
| mga baso || /'ma.ŋa 'ba.so/ || glasses
|}


== Pluralizing Nouns ==
=== Rule 4: Nouns that end in "-s" ===
For nouns that end in "-s", add "-es" before "mga".


In Tagalog, nouns can be pluralized in two ways: by adding a suffix or by changing the word's ending.  
{| class="wikitable"
! Tagalog !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| relos || /'re.los/ || watch
|-
| mga relos || /'ma.ŋa 're.los/ || watches
|}


=== Suffixes ===
== Examples in Context ==
To better understand the use of plural forms in Tagalog, here's a dialogue between two Tagalog speakers:


The most common way to make a noun plural in Tagalog is to add a suffix. The most common suffixes are -ng and -m. For example, the word "tao" (person) becomes "tao-ng" (people) when pluralized. Similarly, the word "bata" (child) becomes "bata-m" (children).
* Person 1: "Nakita mo ba ang mga halaman sa hardin?" (Have you seen the plants in the garden?)
* Person 2: "Oo, ang mga bulaklak ay maganda." (Yes, the flowers are beautiful.)


It's important to note that not all nouns can be pluralized with a suffix. Some nouns, such as proper nouns, cannot be pluralized in this way.  
In this example, "halaman" is in its singular form, but "mga bulaklak" shows a clear plurality.


=== Changing the Word's Ending ===
== Cultural Insights ==
In the Philippines, the use of plural forms in Tagalog is not only limited to objects. Filipinos often use plurals to show respect to elder people, such as adding "po" after verbs or addressing them as "kayo" instead of "ka". This is similar to using the formal "vous" in French or the respectful "-san" in Japanese.


Another way to make a noun plural in Tagalog is to change the word's ending. This is done by adding an -i or -a to the end of the word. For example, the word "kabayo" (horse) becomes "kabayo-i" (horses) when pluralized. Similarly, the word "babae" (woman) becomes "babae-a" (women).
== Practice Exercises ==
Ready to apply what you've learned? Here are some practice exercises:


It's important to note that not all nouns can be pluralized in this way. Some nouns, such as proper nouns, cannot be pluralized in this way.  
1. What is the Tagalog plural form of "asul"?
2. How do you make the Tagalog noun "lapis" plural?
3. Rewrite this sentence in plural form: "Ang kotse ay mamahalin." (The car is expensive.)


== Pluralizing Verbs ==
Check your answers below:
1. "mga asul"
2. "mga lapis"
3. "Ang mga kotse ay mamahalin."


In Tagalog, verbs can also be pluralized. This is done by adding an -in or -an to the end of the verb. For example, the verb "maglakad" (to walk) becomes "maglakad-in" (to walk) when pluralized. Similarly, the verb "magbasa" (to read) becomes "magbasa-an" (to read).  
Don't worry if you struggled at first - practice makes perfect! Keep on practicing and don't hesitate to ask native speakers for guidance.


It's important to note that not all verbs can be pluralized in this way. Some verbs, such as irregular verbs, cannot be pluralized in this way.  
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== Conclusion ==
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==Sources==
* [https://learningtagalog.com/grammar/nouns/plurals.html Tagalog Noun Plurals]
* [https://www.quora.com/How-is-the-plural-formed-in-Tagalog How is the plural formed in Tagalog? - Quora]
* [http://seasite2.niu.edu/beginning-tagalog-1-grammar/tagalog-nouns-pluralization/ Tagalog Nouns: Pluralization - Tagalog Language SEASite]


In this lesson, we've taken a look at how to form plurals in Tagalog. We've seen that nouns can be pluralized by adding a suffix or by changing the word's ending, while verbs can be pluralized by adding an -in or -an to the end of the verb.  
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==Other Lessons==
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Questions|Questions]]
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]]
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]]
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Nouns|Nouns]]
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]]
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/How-to-Use-Be|How to Use Be]]
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Future-Tense|Future Tense]]
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Pronouns|Pronouns]]
* [[Language/Tagalog/Grammar/Negation|Negation]]


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Tagalog Grammar - Plurals

Hi Tagalog learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will delve into plural forms in Tagalog. Understanding how to make plurals is crucial when learning a new language, as it allows you to express quantity and differentiate between singular and multiple objects. To help you master plural forms, we will provide you with cultural information and interesting facts that will make your learning experience more enjoyable.

Introduction[edit | edit source]

In Tagalog, plurals are formed by adding the word "mga" before a noun. This word doesn't have a direct English equivalent, but it functions similarly to "the" or "these".

For example:

  • "bahay" means "house", but "mga bahay" means "houses".
  • "asul" means "blue", but "mga asul" means "blues".

However, the use of "mga" is optional when referring to plurals that are already clear from thecontext. For instance, if there are multiple plates on the table, you can use the word "plato" instead of "mga plato".


Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: Tagalog Grammar → Verbs → Irregular Verbs, Tagalog Grammar: Regular Verbs, Give your Opinion & Negation.

Pluralization Rules[edit | edit source]

To make plurals in Tagalog, there are several rules that you need to keep in mind.

Rule 1: Nouns that end in vowels[edit | edit source]

For nouns that end in vowels, just add "mga" before the noun.

Tagalog Pronunciation English
panyo /'pa.njo/ handkerchief
mga panyo /'ma.ŋa 'pa.njo/ handkerchiefs

Rule 2: Nouns that end in consonants[edit | edit source]

For nouns that end in consonants, add "mga" before the first vowel of the noun.

Tagalog Pronunciation English
libro /'li.bro/ book
mga libro /'ma.ŋa 'li.bro/ books

Rule 3: Nouns that end in "-ng"[edit | edit source]

For nouns that end in "-ng", add "mga" before "ng".

Tagalog Pronunciation English
baso /'ba.so/ glass
mga baso /'ma.ŋa 'ba.so/ glasses

Rule 4: Nouns that end in "-s"[edit | edit source]

For nouns that end in "-s", add "-es" before "mga".

Tagalog Pronunciation English
relos /'re.los/ watch
mga relos /'ma.ŋa 're.los/ watches

Examples in Context[edit | edit source]

To better understand the use of plural forms in Tagalog, here's a dialogue between two Tagalog speakers:

  • Person 1: "Nakita mo ba ang mga halaman sa hardin?" (Have you seen the plants in the garden?)
  • Person 2: "Oo, ang mga bulaklak ay maganda." (Yes, the flowers are beautiful.)

In this example, "halaman" is in its singular form, but "mga bulaklak" shows a clear plurality.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In the Philippines, the use of plural forms in Tagalog is not only limited to objects. Filipinos often use plurals to show respect to elder people, such as adding "po" after verbs or addressing them as "kayo" instead of "ka". This is similar to using the formal "vous" in French or the respectful "-san" in Japanese.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Ready to apply what you've learned? Here are some practice exercises:

1. What is the Tagalog plural form of "asul"? 2. How do you make the Tagalog noun "lapis" plural? 3. Rewrite this sentence in plural form: "Ang kotse ay mamahalin." (The car is expensive.)

Check your answers below: 1. "mga asul" 2. "mga lapis" 3. "Ang mga kotse ay mamahalin."

Don't worry if you struggled at first - practice makes perfect! Keep on practicing and don't hesitate to ask native speakers for guidance.

More Resources[edit | edit source]

To improve your Tagalog Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

Sources[edit | edit source]

➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]


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