Significado
Stating that the current amount is sufficient.
Contexto cultural
Filipinos are known for 'pilit' (insisting). A host will often ask you multiple times to eat more. 'Sapat na po ito' is your best tool to navigate this without being rude. In the market, 'Sapat na ito' is used to control the 'timbang' (weight) of goods. It helps you stick to your budget. There is a growing movement of 'Sapat na' lifestyle, focusing on living with only what is necessary, contrasting with the consumerist culture in urban centers. In community efforts, 'Sapat na ito' is used to acknowledge that the collective contribution has reached the goal.
The 'Po' Rule
Always add 'po' (Sapat na po ito) when talking to anyone older than you or in a service position to sound polite.
Don't be too modest
If you really need more, don't say 'Sapat na ito' just to be polite. Filipinos value honesty in needs too!
Significado
Stating that the current amount is sufficient.
The 'Po' Rule
Always add 'po' (Sapat na po ito) when talking to anyone older than you or in a service position to sound polite.
Don't be too modest
If you really need more, don't say 'Sapat na ito' just to be polite. Filipinos value honesty in needs too!
The Contraction
Use 'Sapat na 'to' to sound like a local in Manila.
Hand Gestures
Often accompanied by a slight palm-down hand gesture to signal 'stop.'
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence to say 'This is enough' politely to an elder.
Sapat na ___ ito.
'Po' is the respect marker used for elders.
Which phrase is best to use when a vendor gives you the correct change?
The vendor gives you 50 pesos change. You say:
'Sapat na ito' confirms the amount is sufficient/correct.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Situation: You are full and don't want more rice.
This phrase is the standard way to decline more food politely.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Kailangan mo pa ba ng tulong?' B: 'Hindi na, ______.'
The full phrase 'sapat na ito' is the most natural response.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Sapat vs Tama
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosSapat na ___ ito.
'Po' is the respect marker used for elders.
The vendor gives you 50 pesos change. You say:
'Sapat na ito' confirms the amount is sufficient/correct.
Situation: You are full and don't want more rice.
This phrase is the standard way to decline more food politely.
A: 'Kailangan mo pa ba ng tulong?' B: 'Hindi na, ______.'
The full phrase 'sapat na ito' is the most natural response.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
12 preguntasIt's better to say 'Sapat na.' Just 'Sapat' sounds like a dictionary definition rather than a sentence.
No, it's very polite. However, your tone of voice matters. Keep it friendly!
'Ito' is this (near me), 'iyan' is that (near you).
Yes, in a romantic sense: 'Sapat na ito na nandito ka.' (It's enough that you are here.)
Use 'Hindi pa ito sapat.'
Yes, to confirm that a budget or a deadline is sufficient.
'Goods na 'to' is the most popular slang equivalent among Gen Z Filipinos.
Indirectly, yes. If said while eating, it implies you are full.
Yes. 'Sapat na ang limang minuto.' (Five minutes is enough.)
It is neutral. Add 'po' to make it formal.
Yes, to say 'This is enough evidence.' But use 'Tama na' to say 'Stop talking.'
It reflects a cultural value of contentment and modesty.
Frases relacionadas
Tama na
similarStop it / That's enough
Kulang pa
contrastNot enough yet
Sobra na
contrastToo much already
Kasya na
similarIt fits already
Puwede na
specialized formIt will do / It's okay
