Inang (en. Mother)

/iˈnaŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A word that refers to a woman who carried and cared for her child.

That mother works hard for her family.

Ang inang iyon ay nagtatrabaho ng mabuti para sa kanyang pamilya.

Refers to a person who cares for and provides protection to her child.

She is known as a caring mother to her children.

Kilala siya bilang inang nagmamalasakit sa kanyang mga anak.

Refers to the principal woman in the family.

This mother plays a big role in the family’s decisions.

Ang inang ito ay may malaking bahagi sa desisyon ng pamilya.

Originates from the word 'ina' that refers to a woman who gave birth to a child.

Motherland

The national mother representing a town or country.

Inang bayan

Mother Nature

Nature that provides life and sustenance.

Inang kalikasan

father

A word that refers to a male parent or dad.

ama

children

Refers to the offspring or children of a parent.

mga anak

Mom (Mother), but can also be called 'Inang' as a sign of respect or affection.

Mom, thank you for all your sacrifices.

Inang, salamat sa lahat ng sakripisyo mo.

Like 'Ma' or 'Mama,' an affectionate term for mother.

Mom, sorry if I often stay out of the house.

Ma, pasensya na kung madalas akong out sa bahay.

Sometimes used almost as slang for an older woman.

This old lady is just there on the side, but she helps us.

Ang inang ito ay parang andiyan lang sa tabi, pero tinutulungan tayo.