man
whoever/whatever; also; although
Usage Note
Man is a highly versatile enclitic particle that appears after pronouns to form indefinite constructions like sinuman and anuman, functions as 'also' or 'even' in additive contexts, and introduces concessive clauses meaning 'although' or 'even if'. It is one of the most frequent particles in Tagalog and essential for natural fluency.
Examples
" Ako man ay gutom. "
Natural Translation
I'm hungry too.
Literal Translation
I also is hungry.
" Ako man ay aalis. "
Natural Translation
I also will leave.
Literal Translation
I also will leave.
" Sinuman ang dumating, sabihin mong wala ako dito dahil ayaw kong maistorbo ngayong gabi. "
Natural Translation
Whoever arrives, tell them I'm not here because I don't want to be disturbed tonight.
Literal Translation
Whoever the arrive, tell you no I here because don't-want I be-disturbed this-night.
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