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Filipino-English Online Translator by ArabicLib: Fast, Accurate, and Feature-Rich Tool

Explore new horizons in language communication with the Filipino-English Online Translator, powered by ArabicLib. Our platform stands out with a user-friendly interface, robust translation capabilities between more than 100 languages, and dedicated support for the Filipino-English language pair. Whether you need to quickly translate a short message or understand the subtleties of Filipino and English grammar, our tool is designed for efficiency, accuracy, and educational value.

Key Features of ArabicLib Online Translator

  • Supports over 100 languages and thousands of language pairs for translation.
  • Simple dual-window workflow for instant text input and output.
  • Ability to translate text within HTML contexts, preserving formatting and structure.
  • Integrated Filipino-English dictionary with hundreds of thousands of translations, definitions, pronunciation, sample sentences, and synonyms.
  • Interactive tests (flashcards) for expanding and verifying your vocabulary knowledge in all supported languages.
  • Dedicated phrasebook and vocabulary section for essential words and expressions.

Comparing Filipino and English: Similarities, Differences, and Translation Insights

Filipino (based on Tagalog) and English hold official status in the Philippines and are widely used in government, education, and daily communication. While English derives from the Germanic branch of the Indo-European language family, Filipino belongs to the Austronesian family, resulting in noticeable differences in grammatical structure, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

  • Grammar: Filipino exhibits a focus system, relying on affixes to indicate the role of nouns and verbs, whereas English uses fixed word order and prepositions. This can lead to challenges when translating idiomatic expressions and complex sentence structures.
  • Vocabulary: Due to historical influence, Filipino contains many loanwords from Spanish and English. However, unique Filipino terms often have no direct English equivalent, requiring contextual understanding.
  • Pronunciation and Script: Filipino uses the Latin script, sharing the basic phonetic set with English. However, certain sounds present in Filipino may not exactly match their English counterparts.
  • Translation Nuances: Word order differences, use of aspect and focus markers in Filipino, and English’s richer inflection for tense and plurality are common considerations in accurate translation.

The Filipino-English translation pair is especially rich, as many Filipinos are bilingual. This leads to code-switching or "Taglish," where both languages are blended in conversation—a unique challenge for automated translation tools.

Top 30 Most Popular Filipino Words (with English Translations)

  1. Kumusta – Hello / How are you
  2. Salamat – Thank you
  3. Paalam – Goodbye
  4. Mahal – Love / Expensive
  5. Pamilya – Family
  6. Kaibigan – Friend
  7. Paaralan – School
  8. Tubig – Water
  9. Gutom – Hungry
  10. Trabaho – Work / Job
  11. Bahay – House / Home
  12. Maganda – Beautiful
  13. Lalaki – Man
  14. Babae – Woman
  15. Oo – Yes
  16. Hindi – No
  17. Saan – Where
  18. Kailan – When
  19. Bakit – Why
  20. Gabi – Night / Evening
  21. Araw – Day / Sun
  22. Presyo – Price
  23. Oras – Time / Hour
  24. Pagkain – Food
  25. Magkano – How much
  26. Pag-ibig – Affection / Love
  27. Sulat – Letter / Write
  28. Ingat – Take care
  29. Maligayang bati – Congratulations / Greetings

Extensive Filipino-English Dictionary and Learning Tools

On our platform, users enjoy access to a comprehensive Filipino-English dictionary. The dictionary provides not only translation, but also word definitions, audio pronunciation, contextual usage examples, and synonyms. This makes it a valuable resource for both language learners and fluent speakers looking to deepen their knowledge.

Additionally, our test and practice section offers interactive flashcard quizzes in all language directions to reinforce vocabulary, test translation accuracy, and track your language progress.

Phrasebook and Vocabulary for Everyday Communication

ArabicLib supports your language journey with practical phrasebooks and vocabulary lists. These sections are tailored for travelers, students, and professionals alike, offering basic words, essential expressions, and situational phrases to help you confidently navigate real-life communication in Filipino and English.

Popular translations

May mamahaling relo siya.He has expensive watches.
Gusto kong magsuot ng fawn.I want to wear fawn.
Wala nang puwang sa impiyerno.There is no more room in hell.
Ano ang mabuti para sa?What is it good for?
Ngayon pumunta ako sa dentista.Today I went to the dentist.
Itinuring nila siyang bayani.They considered him a hero.
Mayroong ilang mga bangka sa lawa.There were several boats on the lake.
Sumakay ba siya ng bus o tren?Did he come by bus or train?
Bumalik siya galing America.He returned from America.
Marami ka bang ginagawa ngayon?Are you busy right now?
Nag-alinlangan siya bago sumagot.He hesitated before answering.
May sasabihin ka pa ba?Do you have anything else to say?
Mayroon akong para sa iyo.I have something for you.
Akala niya ako ang doktor.She thought the doctor was me.
Halika sa lalong madaling panahon.Come as soon as possible.
Masyado kang mabait sa akin.You are too kind to me.
Lumapit ito ng palapit.It got closer and closer.
Malayo ba dito ang school mo?Is your school far from here?
Malamig ang hangin ngayon.The wind is cold today.
Mamayang 11:30.At 11:30 tonight.
Sana makilala kita mamayang gabi.I hope to meet you tonight.
Walang nakikitang panganib.There were no visible dangers.
Malaki ang buwis sa alak.Wine was heavily taxed.
Ikaw ba ay para o laban dito?Are you for or against this?
Lumipas na ang alok na ito.This offer has passed.
Ang bilis magsalita ni Tom!How fast Tom talks!
Tinanong ako ng guro.The teacher asked me some questions.
Mas gusto niya ang kasaysayan.He especially liked history.
Sampung tao lang ang nasa party.There were only ten people at the party.
Kailan ka babalik sa paaralan?When will you return to school?

Lexicon

ahente ng biological control (biological control agent)Pamumuno (Leadership)pormal na sumbrero (formal hat)tema (theme)damit relo (dress watch)pagpuna (critique)Priyoridad (Prioritization)kahusayan sa enerhiya (energy-efficiency)icmp (icmp)pakikipag-ugnayan (engagement)salain (sift)melodrama (melodrama)pagsasaayos (configuration)Pag-aani ng tubig (Water harvesting)Precisionism (Precisionism)Pagpapanatili ng kapayapaan (Peacekeeping)Pananagutan (Accountability)apc (apc)naaaliw (comforted)polusyon (pollution)pag-encrypt (encryption)mga isyu sa pagtitiwala (trust issues)pagkukuwento (storytelling)pasensya (patience)Nephoscope (Nephoscope)nangunguna (lead)dramaturhiya (dramaturgy)istasyon ng bomba (Pump station)ssid (ssid)blog (blog)yoga (yoga)sosyal (social)Katarungan (Justice)balangkas (plot)igat (eel)mga particle (particles)pakikiramay (empathy)nitrogen dioxide (nitrogen dioxide)Post-Impresyonismo (Post-Impressionism)postmodern (postmodern)malikhain (creative)buto (seed)sangla (mortgage)madla (audience)phenomenology (phenomenology)Catchment area (Catchment area)stagehand (stagehand)panganib (risk)labasan (exit)pagsisikap (effort)rate ng paso (burn rate)machinegun (machinegun)nakatuon sa karanasan (experience-oriented)firewall (firewall)Kubismo (Cubism)lan (lan)oras ng pamilya (family-time)plotline (plotline)Wind profiler (Wind profiler)Hindi interbensyon (Non-intervention)teriyaki (teriyaki)Kanser (Cancer)Zika (Zika)pakikiramay (sympathy)Paggalang (Respectfulness)instalasyon-piraso (installation-piece)Panghangin na medyas (Wind sock)katawan ng barko (hull)dedikasyon (dedication)katulong sa boses (voice-assistant)epekto sa kapaligiran (environmental impact)pagtaas (uplift)sardinas (sardine)basil (basil)hub (hub)logo (logo)pagiging matuwid (Lawfulness)punong-guro (principal)pagbabago (changes)pagiging produktibo (productivity)geofencing (geofencing)paalam (goodbye)fungicide (fungicide)Migraine (Migraine)crop scouting (crop scouting)pagiging mapagkumpitensya (competitiveness)puff pastry (puff pastry)kanela (cinnamon)takip ng pagpapahalaga (valuation cap)Salain (Filter)entablado (stage)amphibious (amphibious)palengke (market)nutmeg (nutmeg)Oras ng magbabad (Soak time)kalokohan (nonsense)De Jure (De Jure)magpahinga (rest)proteksyon ng ani (yield protection)