(UPDATED) Waray, also known as Winaray and Waray-Waray, is among the twelve official languages in the Philippines. It holds the fifth spot as the most spoken language in the country and is indigenous to the Eastern Visayas Region, specifically Region VIII.
This language has various names, such as Samar-Leyte Visayan, Samareño, Lineyte-Samarnon, Binisayâ nga Winaray, Binisayâ nga Samar-Leyte, and Binisayâ nga Waray. It is widely used in the northeastern part of Leyte, the entire Samar Islands, and some parts of Southern Leyte. As of 2015, there were 3.6 million native Waray speakers.
The Waray language has a "standard dialect" used in television and radio broadcasts, which is that of Tacloban City (J.W. Lobel: 2006).
On the other hand, Tagalog is the most widely spoken language in the Philippines, serving as the country's de facto official national language. As of 2019, over 24 million Filipinos speak Tagalog as their first language, and in 2013, around 45 million Filipinos, including the Waray people, spoke Tagalog as a second language.
While Waray speakers can fluently communicate in Tagalog, Tagalog speakers may find it challenging to converse or understand Waray-Waray. Thus, an online translation tool is required to learn the meaning of Waray-Waray words in Tagalog's "salita."
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What are the best online tools to translate Waray to Tagalog?
If you're looking for online tools to translate Waray to Tagalog, there are a few options available that can help you quickly and easily convert phrases or words from one language to the other. Here are some of the best online translation tools to consider:
Glosbe
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| Glosbe offers the simplest method for translating Waray to Tagalog through its archive. You can effortlessly use it by entering the Waray word you wish to translate into Tagalog. |
When looking for an online translator to convert Waray to Tagalog, Glosbe is often the first website to appear on various search engines. This community-based project allows anyone to contribute new entries to its growing archive of Waray words, or "salita," that can be translated into Tagalog.
To use the website, simply enter the Waray word into the search box on Glosbe's homepage. You'll then be able to learn the meanings of various Waray words and phrases in Tagalog. Glosbe's translation sources include Wiktionary, bible translations, and individual contributions.
Corpora Project
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| The 3NS Corpora project provides a Waray-to-Tagalog translator and can serve as a tool for learning other Philippine languages. |
Based on the information available on their website, the 3NS Corpora Project is a database of texts in various languages. The project aims to preserve literature and language, analyze the structure of the studied languages, and classify texts according to comprehension level for use in mother tongue-based multilingual education (MTBMLE).
In addition to being a Waray to Tagalog translator, Corpora Project also offers translation services for other major languages across the Philippines, such as Cebuano (Bisaya), Hiligaynon, Inabaknon, and Chabacano.
Using the Corpora Project is easy - simply scroll below the search bar for your desired language, and you can start translating Waray words to Tagalog or other languages. The platform provides a convenient tool for those looking to translate texts accurately and efficiently.
Google Translate
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| Although Google Translate is known for providing only Filipino and Cebuano to Tagalog translations, it can also translate Waray to Tagalog indirectly. |
Google Translate is a widely used online tool that offers translations in several languages, including Filipino and Cebuano. However, it does not have an option to directly translate Waray words into Filipino or Tagalog. Instead, when you enter Waray text into Google Translate, it automatically detects it as either Filipino or Cebuano.
To translate Waray to Tagalog using Google Translate, you can use Cebuano as a substitute for Waray-Waray and then select Filipino as the language for translation. This will enable you to translate Waray sentences, phrases, or words into Tagalog.
Online translation services
Various websites offer professional online translation services. However, having a friend or a native speaker to guide you in learning the Waray language and translating it into Tagalog is a much better option. If you need assistance translating Waray to Tagalog, you can message iTacloban through Messenger.
Additionally, this article provides some basic Waray phrases and words that you can use to help you get started.
Basic Waray-Waray phrases/words translated into Tagalog
"If you need help understanding the most common Waray phrases or words you may encounter online or offline, you can refer to the table below for their translations in Tagalog and English.
Waray-Waray Phrases
| Waray phrases and words | Tagalog salita translation | English word translation |
|---|---|---|
| Maupay nga aga | Magandang umaga | Good morning |
| Maupay nga kulop | Magandang hapon | Good afternoon |
| Maupay nga gab-i | Magandang gabi | Good evening |
| Kumusta ka? | Kamusta ka? | How are you? |
| Maupay man, (salamat) | Okay lang ako, (salamat) | I'm fine, thank you. |
| Ano it imo ngaran? | Ano ang pangalan mo? | What is your name? |
| ____ tak ngaran | ____ pangalan ko | _____ is my name |
| Hain/Ngain ine dapit? | Saan to makikita? | Where I can find this? |
| Tag pira ine? | Magkano ito? | How much is this? |
| Alayon | Pakiusap | Please |
| Maupay nga nakilala ko ikaw | Mabuti at nakilala kita | Nice to meet you |
| Waray sapayan | Walang anuman | You're welcome |
| Maupay, papalita daw | Tao po, pabili nga | Hello, I would like to buy please |
| Taga diin ka? | Saan ka nakatira? | Where do you live? |
| Diri ako makaintindi hin Waray | Hindi ko naiinitindihan ang Waray | I can't understand Waray |
| Ambot/Diri ako maaram | Hindi ko alam | I like you |
| Karuyag ko ikaw | Gusto kita | I love you |
| Ginhihigugma ko ikaw | Mahal kita | I love you |
| Puydi mangaro hin bulig? | Pwede mo ako tulongan? | Can you help me? |
| Ano? | Ano? | What? |
| Hain? | Saan? | Where? |
| San-o? | Kailan? (future) | When? |
| Kakan-o? | Kailan nangyari? | When did it happen |
| Kay-ano? | Bakit? | Why? |
| Gin-aano? | Paano? | How? |
Numbers
| Waray word | Tagalog salita translation | English Word translation |
|---|---|---|
| Usa | Isa | One |
| Duha | Dalawa | Two |
| Tulo | Tatlo | Three |
| Upat | Apat | Four |
| Lima | Lima | Five |
| Unom | Anim | Six |
| Pito | Pito | Seven |
| Wal | Wal | Eight |
| Siyam | Siyam | Nine |
| Napulo | Sampu | Ten |
Family Members
| Waray word | Tagalog salita translation | English word translation |
|---|---|---|
| Amay | Tatay | Ama |
| Iroy | Nanay | Ina |
| Apoy (nga lalaki) | Lolo | Grandfather |
| Apoy (nga babayi) | Lola | Grandmother |
| Mano/Kuya | Kuya | Eldest brother |
| Mana/Ate | Ate | Eldest sister |
| Suhag | Pinakamatandang kapatid | Youngest child |
| Urupod | Kamag-anak | Relatives |
| Ugangan | Biyenan | Father in Law/Mother in Law |
| Bayaw | Bayaw | Brother in Law |
| Hipag | Hipag | Sister in Law |
| Umagad | Manugang | Son in Law/Daughter in Law |
| Patud | Pinsan | Cousing |
Conclusion
Using online Waray to Tagalog translators is one of the best methods for non-Waray speakers to learn the Waray-Waray language. However, there are also other alternatives available, such as learning from Waray-speaking friends or relatives and purchasing a Waray to Tagalog dictionary.
If you'd like to try out the online translation tools mentioned in this article, here are some simplified links: