In Tagalog, the word “love” can be translated as “pag-ibig”, “gusto”, and “mahal”/”pagmamahal” depending on the context of use. Love refers to a strong feeling of affection or deep attachment towards someone or something. Love can take many different forms, such as the love between romantic partners, the love between family members, and the love of a hobby or activity.
Sa Tagalog, ang salitang “love” ay katumbas ng mga salitang “pag-ibig”, “gusto”, at “mahal” o “pagmamahal” depende sa konteksto ng pagkakagamit. Ang salitang “love” ay tumutukoy sa marubdob na damdamin sa isang tao o bagay. Maaari itong tumukoy sa pagmamahal sa asawa o kabiyak, pagmamahal sa pamilya, o di kaya sa propesyon o mga hobby.
“Love” can be translated as “pag-ibig” when it refers to strong affection or attachment towards someone or something.
Examples:
- Ang pag-ibig ko sayo ay totoo. (My love for you is true.)
- Hindi ko mapaliwanag ang aking pag-ibig para sa kanya. (I can’t explain my love for him.)
“Love” can also be translated as “gusto” when it refers to liking or having an inclination towards something.
Examples:
- Gusto ko ang kanyang boses kapag kumakanta siya. (I love his voice when he sings.)
- Hindi ko gusto ang mga pelikulang may masamang ending. (I don’t love movies with bad endings.)
“Love” can also be translated as “mahal” or “pagmamahal” when it refers to caring for or showing kindness or deep feeling towards someone or something.
Examples:
- Hindi ko sasayangin ang pagmamahal na ibinigay niya sa akin. (I won’t waste the love he gave me.)
- Mahal kita. (I love you)