Tagatao (en. Inhabitant)
/ta.gaˈta.o/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who lives in a particular place.
The inhabitants of the town gathered for the festival.
Ang mga tagatao sa bayan ay nagtipon-tipon para sa pista.
A citizen or resident of a country.
The inhabitants of the Philippines are known for their hospitality.
Ang mga tagatao ng Pilipinas ay kilala sa kanilang hospitality.
An individual who belongs to a community or group.
As an inhabitant of the village, I have responsibilities to my neighbors.
Bilang isang tagatao ng nayon, may responsibilidad ako sa aking mga kapitbahay.
Etymology
Derived from the words 'taga' (from) and 'tao' (person)
Common Phrases and Expressions
inhabitants
those who live in a place
mga tagatao
townspeople
citizens of a town
tagatao ng bayan
Related Words
town
A place where people reside.
bayan
community
A group of people living in a certain area.
komunidad
Slang Meanings
A person who is not good-looking
You don't seem 'tagatao' on your dating apps.
Parang di ka naman 'tagatao' sa mga dating apps mo.
A person who looks ordinary or unimpressive
Your friend looks kind of 'tagatao', huh.
Yung kasama mo, medyo 'tagatao' ah.
A person living a simple life
It's okay to be 'tagatao' as long as you're happy.
Ok lang na maging 'tagatao' basta masaya ka.