common sentences or phrases Flashcards

1
Q

Mawalang galang lang po

A

“Just to be rude”
“Excuse me”

-Used to get someone’s attention when asking for directions etc, FORMAL

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2
Q

Use tagalog for “Excuse me” in a sentence.

A

Mwalang galang lang po.
Nasaan po ang palengke?
“where is the market?”

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3
Q

When do you use Paumanhin po?

what does this mean and what is important to remember when using this?

A

“Excuse me”

Used when you have bothered someone and also as an apology in a way.

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4
Q

“Please forgive me”

FORMAL

A

Patawarin mo ako

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5
Q

“Please forgive me”

INFORMAL

A

Patawarin niyo po ako

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6
Q

“Please be patient with us”
INFORMAL.
Used e.g towards customers

A

Pasensiya na po kayo

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