Kay (en. To)

kaɪ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
preposition
A preposition used to express possession.
The house to Maria is big.
Ang bahay kay Maria ay malaki.
A preposition used to indicate relationship to people or things.
The book is for Juan.
Ang libro ay para kay Juan.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'que'

Common Phrases and Expressions

all of you
for all of you
kayong lahat
to Maria
for Maria
kay Maria

Related Words

for
A preposition used to indicate purpose or reason.
para

Slang Meanings

Alright, okay then.
Alright then, let's join the trip.
Kay lang, sama na tayo sa biyahe.
That's right, just like that.
That's right! You should do that now!
Kay! Dapat gawin mo na 'yan!