Sa (en. To)
/sɑ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
preposition
A preposition used to indicate location or direction.
He is standing in front of the house.
Nakatayo siya sa harap ng bahay.
Used to specify the destination or purpose of an action.
We went to school.
Pumunta kami sa paaralan.
Sometimes used in sentences that express possession or relation.
The book is on the table.
Ang libro ay nasa mesa.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'ad' meaning 'to' or 'at'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in life
to express the experience or condition of a person or thing.
sa buhay
inside
referring to the inner part of a place.
sa loob
Related Words
of
A preposition used to express the relationship between things.
ng
to (specific person)
A preposition used to specify the person or thing affected by an action.
kay
Slang Meanings
From (where are you from)
Where are you from? Where are you from?
Saan ka sa? Taga saan ka?
With (are you with me)
Are you with me?
Saan ka sa? Kasama mo ba ako?