Usage Note
Irog is a tender term of endearment used between romantic partners or by parents addressing a beloved child. It conveys deep affection and is more poetic and old-fashioned than the modern mahal. Common in folk songs, poetry, and literature.
Examples
" Mahal kita, irog. "
Natural Translation
I love you, my beloved.
Literal Translation
Love I-you, beloved.
" Ikaw ang aking irog magpakailanman. "
Natural Translation
You are my beloved forever.
Literal Translation
You the my beloved forever.
" Kahit ilang taon na kaming magkalayo, ikaw pa rin ang irog na laging tinatangi ng aking puso. "
Natural Translation
Even though we have been apart for years, you are still the beloved my heart always cherishes.
Literal Translation
Even how-many years already we apart, you still the beloved that always cherished by-the my heart.
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