मतलब
Asking someone to say something again politely.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The use of 'po' and 'paki-' is part of 'Paggalang'. It is not just about grammar; it's about acknowledging the dignity of the person you are speaking to. In offices, even if the conversation is in English (Taglish), people will often drop in a 'Pakiulit po' to soften a request for clarification, making it sound less like a challenge to the speaker. While 'Pakiulit po' is Tagalog, it is understood nationwide. In other regions, they have their own versions (e.g., 'Palihog utro' in Cebuano), but 'Pakiulit po' remains the 'prestige' polite form in national media. Younger generations might use 'Po' less with each other, but 'Pakiulit' (without po) is still the standard polite way to ask a peer for a favor.
The Smile Factor
Filipinos value non-verbal cues. A small smile while saying 'Pakiulit po' makes it even more polite.
Don't just say 'Ha?'
While 'Ha?' is common, it can sound aggressive or lazy to strangers. Stick to 'Pakiulit po'.
मतलब
Asking someone to say something again politely.
The Smile Factor
Filipinos value non-verbal cues. A small smile while saying 'Pakiulit po' makes it even more polite.
Don't just say 'Ha?'
While 'Ha?' is common, it can sound aggressive or lazy to strangers. Stick to 'Pakiulit po'.
Combine with 'Pasensya'
Saying 'Pasensya na po, pakiulit po' (Sorry, please repeat) is the ultimate polite form.
Eye Contact
Maintain gentle eye contact when asking for repetition to show you are genuinely trying to listen.
खुद को परखो
You are talking to your grandmother. She said something you didn't hear. What do you say?
Lola, ________.
Using 'po' and 'paki-' is the only respectful way to address a grandmother.
Complete the phrase to make it a polite request.
____ulit po.
The prefix 'paki-' is used for polite requests.
Complete the conversation between a tourist and a vendor.
Vendor: 'Bente pesos lang po.' Tourist: 'Sorry, ________? Medyo mabilis po.'
The tourist needs the vendor to repeat the price because it was too fast.
Match the phrase to the correct social situation.
Which phrase fits a formal meeting with a boss?
'Pakiulit po' is the standard formal/neutral request.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
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अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासLola, ________.
Using 'po' and 'paki-' is the only respectful way to address a grandmother.
____ulit po.
The prefix 'paki-' is used for polite requests.
Vendor: 'Bente pesos lang po.' Tourist: 'Sorry, ________? Medyo mabilis po.'
The tourist needs the vendor to repeat the price because it was too fast.
Which phrase fits a formal meeting with a boss?
'Pakiulit po' is the standard formal/neutral request.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
14 सवालYes, with close friends you can just say 'Ulit nga' or 'Ano uli?'.
Yes, but it's better to say 'Maaari po bang pakiulit ang impormasyon?' for better flow.
You can say 'Pakisulat po' (Please write it) or 'Pakibagalan po' (Please slow down).
'Pakiulit' is 'repeat', 'Pakisabi uli' is 'say it again'. They are interchangeable.
It's a shortened, slightly more casual version, but 'Pakiulit po' is safer for learners.
Usually, yes, in this short phrase. If you add more words, 'po' often moves to the second position.
Absolutely. It's the standard way to ask for clarification in a professional Filipino setting.
You don't need 'po' with children. Just say 'Pakiulit' or 'Ulitin mo'.
The root is 'ulit', which means 'repeat'.
No. 'Excuse me' is 'Mawalang-galang na po' or 'Pasintabi po'. 'Pakiulit po' is specifically for repetition.
You can say 'Pakiulit po nang isa pang beses.'
Modern spelling is 'Pakiulit' (no hyphen).
Yes, it works for one person or a group.
Just say 'Ano po?'—it's faster but still polite.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Pakibagalan po
similarPlease slow down.
Ano po yun?
similarWhat was that?
Muli po
synonymAgain, please.
Pakisulat po
builds onPlease write it down.
Ulitin mo
contrastRepeat it.
