tandis
tándis with stress marks
certain; sure
Usage Note
Tandis is a somewhat literary or formal Tagalog word meaning 'whereas' or 'while', used to draw a contrast between two statements. It is primarily a discourse marker or conjunction in written Tagalog, appearing in formal essays, legal documents, and classical literature rather than everyday conversation.
Examples
" Tandis na darating siya. "
Natural Translation
It is certain that he will come.
Literal Translation
Certain that will-come he.
" Tandis na siya ay mananalo sa paligsahan. "
Natural Translation
It is certain that he/she will win the contest.
Literal Translation
Certain that he/she will win in contest.
" Hindi pa tandis kung sino ang mananalo, ngunit malaki ang tiwala ng koponan sa kanilang bagong kapitan. "
Natural Translation
It is not yet certain who will win, but the team has great confidence in their new captain.
Literal Translation
Not yet certain if who the will-win, but big the confidence of-the team in their new captain.
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