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Matamis

When you're just starting out in Tagalog (CEFR A1), learning words like "matamis" (sweet) is really helpful. It's a basic adjective you can use to describe lots of things, especially food. Knowing this word helps you talk about tastes and preferences, which is common in everyday conversations. You'll often hear it when people describe desserts, fruits, or drinks.

When we describe something that tastes sweet in Tagalog, we use the word matamis. It's a common adjective you'll hear for food, drinks, and even sometimes as a metaphor. Think of it like saying 'sweet' in English – it's versatile! For instance, if you're eating a delicious dessert, you'd definitely say it's matamis. This is a very useful word for talking about tastes.

When talking about taste, matamis is the most common and direct word for 'sweet.' It can describe food, drinks, or even metaphorical sweetness like a 'sweet voice.' While there are other ways to express pleasantness, matamis specifically refers to the sugary taste profile.

When talking about taste, matamis directly translates to "sweet." It's a fundamental adjective you'll use frequently, whether describing food, drinks, or even sometimes a person's demeanor as sweet in a figurative sense. Think of it like the English word "sweet" in its most common applications.

For example, if you're at a market and taste a mango, you might exclaim, "Ang tamis!" meaning "How sweet!" It's a straightforward and versatile word that you'll quickly become familiar with as you learn more Tagalog.

§ Understanding 'Matamis'

The Tagalog word you're learning today is matamis. It's an adjective, and it's quite common in everyday conversations. Let's break down what it means and how people use it.

DEFINITION
Sweet

When you hear or use 'matamis', it generally refers to the taste of sweetness. Think about anything sweet you might eat or drink – candy, fruit, desserts, etc. That's when 'matamis' comes in handy. It's a fundamental word for describing flavors.

§ Common Uses of 'Matamis'

You'll mostly hear 'matamis' in contexts related to food and drink, but it can also be used figuratively. Let's start with its most direct application:

  • Describing food and beverages: This is the most common use. If something tastes sweet, you use 'matamis'.
  • As a compliment: Sometimes, 'matamis' can be used to describe a person's smile or words as sweet, meaning charming or pleasant.

Ang kendi ay matamis.

In this example, 'Ang kendi ay matamis' means 'The candy is sweet.' It's a straightforward way to describe the taste of the candy. 'Ang' is like 'the,' 'kendi' is 'candy,' and 'ay' is a linking verb similar to 'is' or 'are'.

Matamis ang ngiti niya.

Here, 'Matamis ang ngiti niya' translates to 'His/Her smile is sweet.' This shows the figurative use. 'Ngiti' means 'smile,' and 'niya' means 'his/her.' You're not saying the smile literally tastes sweet, but that it's pleasant and charming.

§ When to Use 'Matamis'

You use 'matamis' when you want to convey the idea of sweetness. It's that simple. If you're talking about food, desserts, or even a person's pleasant demeanor, 'matamis' is your go-to word. It’s one of the first taste-related adjectives you’ll learn, and for good reason—sweets are a big part of Filipino culture! So don't be shy about using it when you describe your favorite Filipino desserts like 'halo-halo' or 'leche flan'.

Think of 'matamis' as a basic building block for describing tastes. It’s as essential as knowing 'hot' or 'cold'. The more you use it, the more natural it will become. Don't overthink it; if it tastes sweet, it's 'matamis'.

How Formal Is It?

フォーマル

"Ang ngiti ng dalaga ay matamis."

ニュートラル

"Masarap ang matamis na mangga."

カジュアル

"Ang tamis ng labi mo."

Child friendly

"Gustung-gusto ng bata ang matamis na kendi."

スラング

"Tamis ng boses mo, pre!"

レベル別の例文

1

Ang mangga ay matamis.

The mango is sweet.

Simple declarative sentence.

2

Matamis ang kape ko.

My coffee is sweet.

Inverted sentence structure for emphasis on 'sweet'.

3

Gusto ko ng matamis na tinapay.

I like sweet bread.

'Na' linker connects the adjective 'matamis' to the noun 'tinapay'.

4

Sobrang matamis ang kendi.

The candy is too sweet.

'Sobrang' means 'very' or 'too'.

5

Hindi matamis ang aming ulam.

Our dish is not sweet.

'Hindi' negates the adjective 'matamis'.

6

Bakit matamis ang aking saging?

Why is my banana sweet?

'Bakit' means 'why'.

7

Masarap ang matamis na sorbetes.

Sweet ice cream is delicious.

'Masarap' means 'delicious'.

8

Gusto mo ba ng matamis na inumin?

Do you want a sweet drink?

'Gusto mo ba' is a common way to ask 'do you like/want?'

1

Masarap ang mangga, matamis.

The mango is delicious, it's sweet.

Uses 'Masarap' (delicious) and 'matamis' (sweet) to describe the mango.

2

Gusto ko ang kape ko na matamis, lagyan mo ng asukal.

I like my coffee sweet, put sugar in it.

Implies a request to make the coffee sweet by adding sugar.

3

Ang ngiti ng bata ay napakasarap tignan at matamis.

The child's smile is so pleasant to look at and sweet.

Describes a smile as both 'pleasant to look at' and 'sweet'.

4

Ang mga biskwit na ginawa mo ay matamis at masarap.

The biscuits you made are sweet and delicious.

A direct description of the taste of the biscuits.

5

Matamis ang paborito kong inumin, kaya lagi akong umoorder ng milkshake.

My favorite drink is sweet, so I always order a milkshake.

Connects a preference for sweet drinks with a specific order.

6

Hindi ako mahilig sa maasim, mas gusto ko ang matamis na pagkain.

I don't like sour, I prefer sweet food.

Contrasts 'maasim' (sour) with 'matamis' (sweet) to express preference.

7

Ang boses niya ay matamis pakinggan, parang musika sa aking tainga.

Her voice is sweet to listen to, like music to my ears.

Uses 'matamis' figuratively to describe a pleasant sound.

8

Kahit walang asukal, matamis pa rin ang lasa ng hinog na pinya.

Even without sugar, the ripe pineapple still tastes sweet.

Emphasizes the natural sweetness of a ripe pineapple.

1

Ang pag-ibig niya ay matamis na alaala sa puso ko, isang matinding sakit na dulot ng kanyang pagkawala.

His/her love is a sweet memory in my heart, a profound pain caused by his/her absence.

This sentence uses 'matamis' to describe a memory, and then contrasts it with the pain of loss. It's a more abstract use of 'sweet'.

2

Sa bawat pagsubok na aming pinagdaanan, laging may matamis na tagumpay na naghihintay sa dulo.

In every challenge we went through, there is always a sweet victory waiting at the end.

'Matamis na tagumpay' is an idiomatic expression meaning 'sweet victory'.

3

Hindi lang ang kape ang matamis sa umaga; pati ang ngiti ng aking anak ay nagbibigay ng matamis na simula sa araw.

It's not just the coffee that's sweet in the morning; even my child's smile gives a sweet start to the day.

Here, 'matamis' describes both the literal sweetness of coffee and the figurative sweetness of a smile.

4

Ang matamis na tugtugin ng gitara ay nagpapagaan ng aking damdamin, lalo na kapag ako'y nalulungkot.

The sweet melody of the guitar lightens my mood, especially when I'm sad.

'Matamis na tugtugin' refers to a pleasant or sweet sound.

5

Sa kabila ng lahat ng paghihirap, ang aming pag-iibigan ay nananatiling matamis at puno ng pag-asa.

Despite all the hardships, our love remains sweet and full of hope.

This sentence uses 'matamis' to describe the enduring quality of love, implying fondness and tenderness.

6

Napakasarap ng mangga mula sa Pilipinas, lalo na 'yung matamis na matamis na hinog.

Mangoes from the Philippines are so delicious, especially the very, very sweet ripe ones.

Repetition of 'matamis' emphasizes a very high degree of sweetness.

7

Sa bawat paglipas ng taon, ang mga alaala ng aking kabataan ay lalong nagiging matamis at mahalaga.

With each passing year, the memories of my youth become sweeter and more precious.

Here, 'matamis' describes the pleasant and cherished nature of memories.

8

Ang matamis na tagumpay na aming nakamit ay bunga ng sipag at tiyaga ng bawat isa sa amin.

The sweet victory we achieved is the result of the hard work and perseverance of each one of us.

Another instance of 'matamis na tagumpay' emphasizing a well-deserved and satisfying outcome.

1

Ang pag-ibig niya ay matamis na alaala na palaging nagbibigay ng kagalakan sa akin.

His/Her love is a sweet memory that always brings joy to me.

Here, 'matamis' modifies 'alaala' (memory), describing it as sweet. 'Pag-ibig' means love, 'palaging' means always, and 'kagalakan' means joy.

2

Sa kabila ng pagsubok, matamis pa rin ang kaniyang ngiti, na sumisimbolo sa kanyang hindi matitinag na pag-asa.

Despite the trial, her smile is still sweet, symbolizing her unwavering hope.

'Matamis' describes 'ngiti' (smile). 'Sa kabila ng pagsubok' means despite the trial, 'sumisimbolo' means symbolizing, and 'hindi matitinag na pag-asa' means unwavering hope.

3

Wala nang mas matamis pa sa tagumpay na nakamit sa pamamagitan ng dugo at pawis.

There is nothing sweeter than success achieved through blood and sweat.

'Mas matamis' means sweeter (comparative form). 'Tagumpay' means success, 'nakamit' means achieved, and 'dugo at pawis' means blood and sweat.

4

Ang matamis na tagumpay na inaasam ay hindi kailanman nakakamit nang walang sakripisyo at pagtitiyaga.

The sweet success longed for is never achieved without sacrifice and perseverance.

'Matamis' describes 'tagumpay' (success). 'Inaasam' means longed for, 'hindi kailanman' means never, 'nakakamit' means achieved, 'sakripisyo' means sacrifice, and 'pagtitiyaga' means perseverance.

5

Para sa akin, ang matamis na kapayapaan ng kalooban ay higit pa sa lahat ng yaman sa mundo.

For me, the sweet inner peace is more than all the riches in the world.

'Matamis' describes 'kapayapaan' (peace). 'Kalooban' means inner self, 'higit pa' means more than, and 'yaman' means riches.

6

Ang matamis na amoy ng bulaklak ay nagpapaalala sa akin ng aking kabataan at ng mga masasayang alaala.

The sweet scent of the flower reminds me of my youth and happy memories.

'Matamis' describes 'amoy' (scent). 'Nagpapaalala' means reminds, 'kabataan' means youth, and 'masasayang alaala' means happy memories.

7

Matamis na panaginip ang aking hinahabol, isang buhay na puno ng pag-ibig at walang hanggang kaligayahan.

A sweet dream is what I'm chasing, a life full of love and endless happiness.

'Matamis' describes 'panaginip' (dream). 'Hinahabol' means chasing, 'walang hanggang' means endless, and 'kaligayahan' means happiness.

8

Ang kanyang matamis na salita ay nagdulot ng kapanatagan sa aking puso sa oras ng matinding pagsubok.

Her sweet words brought comfort to my heart during a time of intense trial.

'Matamis' describes 'salita' (words). 'Nagdulot' means brought, 'kapanatagan' means comfort, and 'matinding pagsubok' means intense trial.

よく使う組み合わせ

Matamis na ngiti Sweet smile
Matamis na boses Sweet voice
Matamis na halik Sweet kiss
Matamis na prutas Sweet fruit
Matamis na kape Sweet coffee
Matamis na saging Sweet banana
Matamis na alaala Sweet memory
Matamis na panaginip Sweet dream
Matamis na tinapay Sweet bread
Matamis na sorbetes Sweet ice cream

よく使うフレーズ

Ang pagkain ay matamis.

The food is sweet.

Gusto ko ng matamis na mangga.

I like sweet mangoes.

Sobrang matamis ang kape mo.

Your coffee is too sweet.

Ang matamis na alaala ay nagpapasaya sa akin.

Sweet memories make me happy.

Bakit ang matamis ng ngiti mo?

Why is your smile so sweet?

Ayaw ko ng matamis na inumin.

I don't like sweet drinks.

Ang pag-ibig niya ay matamis.

His/her love is sweet.

Kumain ako ng matamis na tsokolate.

I ate sweet chocolate.

Mas matamis ito kaysa dati.

This is sweeter than before.

Ang matamis na salita ay nagpagaan ng loob.

Sweet words lighten the heart.

文法パターン

Use 'ang' as a topic marker. Adjectives can come before or after the noun with 'na' or 'ng' linker. Using 'ay' for subject-predicate inversion. Using 'napakasarap' for 'very delicious'. Using 'sobrang' for 'very' or 'too'. Using 'hindi' for negation.

文型パターン

A1

Ang (noun) ay matamis.

Ang mangga ay matamis. (The mango is sweet.)

A1

Matamis ang (noun).

Matamis ang kape. (The coffee is sweet.)

A1

(Adjective) ang (noun).

Masarap ang keyk. (The cake is delicious.)

A1

(Adjective) (noun).

Masarap na keyk. (Delicious cake.)

A1

Napakasarap (noun).

Napakasarap mangga. (Very delicious mango.)

A1

Sobrang (adjective) ang (noun).

Sobrang tamis ang sorbetes. (The ice cream is very sweet.)

A1

Hindi matamis ang (noun).

Hindi matamis ang saging. (The banana is not sweet.)

A1

Gusto ko ng (adjective) (noun).

Gusto ko ng matamis na tinapay. (I like sweet bread.)

暗記しよう

記憶術

Imagine a 'mat' of 'amis' (a play on 'amiss' meaning wrong, so not amiss but perfectly sweet) – a sweet mat.

視覚的連想

Picture a big, red apple, dripping with honey. The honey is so golden and thick, and as it drips, you can almost taste how 'matamis' (sweet) it is. Focus on the sweetness and connect it to the visual of the apple and honey.

Word Web

asukal (sugar) honey (pulot) kendi (candy) keyk (cake) prutas (fruit)

チャレンジ

Describe your favorite sweet food in Tagalog using 'matamis'. For example, 'Ang keyk ay matamis.' (The cake is sweet.) Or, 'Gusto ko ng matamis na mangga.' (I like sweet mangoes.)

実生活で練習する

実際の使用場面

Describing food and drinks

  • Ang kape ay matamis. (The coffee is sweet.)
  • Gusto ko ng matamis na mangga. (I like sweet mangoes.)
  • Masyadong matamis ang keyk. (The cake is too sweet.)

Figurative language/expressions

  • Matamis ang kanyang ngiti. (Her smile is sweet.)
  • May matamis siyang boses. (She has a sweet voice.)
  • Matamis na paghihiganti. (Sweet revenge.)

Describing pleasant experiences or memories

  • Ito ay matamis na alaala. (This is a sweet memory.)
  • Matamis na panaginip. (Sweet dream.)
  • Ang matamis na tagumpay. (The sweet victory.)

Describing a person's disposition or character

  • Siya ay may matamis na ugali. (She has a sweet disposition.)
  • Ang bata ay matamis. (The child is sweet.)
  • Matamis siyang makipag-usap. (She talks sweetly.)

In phrases related to love or affection

  • Matamis na pag-ibig. (Sweet love.)
  • Matamis na halik. (Sweet kiss.)
  • Matamis na bulong. (Sweet whisper.)

会話のきっかけ

"Ano ang paborito mong matamis na pagkain? (What is your favorite sweet food?)"

"May gusto ka bang matamis na inumin? (Do you like sweet drinks?)"

"Naaalala mo ba ang isang matamis na sandali sa buhay mo? (Do you remember a sweet moment in your life?)"

"Paano mo ilalarawan ang isang matamis na tao? (How would you describe a sweet person?)"

"Ano ang mas matamis, mangga o saging? (What is sweeter, mango or banana?)"

日記のテーマ

Isulat ang tatlong bagay na matamis sa iyong buhay at bakit. (Write three things that are sweet in your life and why.)

Ilalarawan ang isang paborito mong matamis na pagkain. Ano ang lasa nito? (Describe a favorite sweet food of yours. What does it taste like?)

Magkwento tungkol sa isang matamis na alaala mula sa iyong pagkabata. (Tell a story about a sweet memory from your childhood.)

Isipin ang isang taong kilala mo na matamis ang ugali. Ilarawan siya. (Think of someone you know who has a sweet disposition. Describe them.)

Ano ang kahulugan ng 'matamis na tagumpay' para sa iyo? (What does 'sweet victory' mean to you?)

自分をテスト 72 問

multiple choice A1

Which of these words means 'sweet'?

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis

'Matamis' is the Tagalog word for 'sweet'. 'Maalat' means 'salty', 'Mapait' means 'bitter', and 'Maasim' means 'sour'.

multiple choice A1

The mango is very ______.

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis

If a mango is delicious, it's likely 'matamis' (sweet). 'Malamig' means 'cold', 'Mainit' means 'hot', and 'Malaki' means 'big'.

multiple choice A1

What is the English translation of 'Ang kape ay matamis'?

正解! おしい! 正解: The coffee is sweet.

'Ang kape ay matamis' directly translates to 'The coffee is sweet.'

true false A1

The word 'matamis' means 'salty'.

正解! おしい! 正解: 間違い

'Matamis' means 'sweet', not 'salty'. The word for 'salty' is 'maalat'.

true false A1

You can use 'matamis' to describe a candy.

正解! おしい! 正解: 正しい

Candies are typically sweet, so 'matamis' is an appropriate word to describe them.

true false A1

If something is 'matamis', it means it tastes bad.

正解! おしい! 正解: 間違い

No, 'matamis' means 'sweet', which is generally a pleasant taste.

listening A1

Listen for 'matamis'.

正解! おしい! 正解: Ang mangga ay matamis.
正解! おしい! 正解:
listening A1

Listen for the adjective describing coffee.

正解! おしい! 正解: Gustong-gusto ko ang matamis na kape.
正解! おしい! 正解:
listening A1

Listen for a strong emphasis on 'sweet'.

正解! おしい! 正解: Sobrang matamis ito!
正解! おしい! 正解:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Matamis ang kendi.

Focus: Ma-ta-mis

正解! おしい! 正解:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Masarap ang matamis na tinapay.

Focus: Ma-sa-rap

正解! おしい! 正解:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Ang saging ay matamis.

Focus: Sa-ging

正解! おしい! 正解:
fill blank A2

Ang tsokolate ay karaniwang ___.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Chocolate is usually sweet. 'Maalat' means salty, 'mapait' means bitter, and 'maasim' means sour.

fill blank A2

Paborito ko ang kape na hindi masyadong ___.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

The sentence means 'My favorite coffee is not too sweet.'

fill blank A2

Ang lasa ng mangga ay ___.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Mangoes are known for their sweet taste. 'Mapakla' means astringent, 'maanghang' means spicy, and 'maalat' means salty.

fill blank A2

Masarap ang dessert na ito, pero sobrang ___.

正解! おしい! 正解: tamis

The sentence means 'This dessert is delicious, but it's too sweet.' 'Taba' is fat, 'asim' is sourness, and 'pait' is bitterness.

fill blank A2

Gustung-gusto ng bata ang kendi dahil sa ___ nito.

正解! おしい! 正解: tamis

Children love candy because of its sweetness. 'Kulay' is color, 'amoy' is smell, and 'bigat' is weight.

fill blank A2

Kailangan ko ng gatas, masyadong ___ ang kape ko.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

If someone needs milk for their coffee, it's often because it's too sweet. 'Matapang' means strong, 'malamig' means cold, and 'malabnaw' means diluted.

multiple choice A2

Choose the correct Tagalog word for 'sweet'.

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis

'Matamis' means sweet. 'Maalat' is salty, 'Mapait' is bitter, and 'Maasim' is sour.

multiple choice A2

Which of these words describes something delicious and sugary?

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis

'Matamis' means sweet. 'Malaki' means big, 'Maliit' means small, and 'Mainit' means hot.

multiple choice A2

If you like chocolate, you would say it is ____.

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis

Chocolate is typically sweet, so 'matamis' is the correct word. 'Maasim' is sour, 'Mapait' is bitter, and 'Maalat' is salty.

true false A2

Ang asukal ay matamis. (Sugar is sweet.)

正解! おしい! 正解: 正しい

Asukal (sugar) is sweet (matamis).

true false A2

Ang kape ay laging matamis. (Coffee is always sweet.)

正解! おしい! 正解: 間違い

Coffee can be sweet, bitter, or plain depending on how it's prepared, so it's not 'always' sweet.

true false A2

Ang mangga ay matamis kapag hinog. (Mango is sweet when ripe.)

正解! おしい! 正解: 正しい

Ripe mangoes (hinog na mangga) are indeed sweet (matamis).

writing A2

Write a short sentence describing your favorite sweet food in Tagalog. Use 'matamis'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Ang paborito kong keyk ay matamis.

正解! おしい! 正解:
writing A2

Imagine you are at a market. Write a sentence asking if a fruit is sweet in Tagalog. Use 'matamis'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Matamis ba ang mangga na ito?

正解! おしい! 正解:
writing A2

Write a sentence telling someone that a drink is very sweet in Tagalog. Use 'sobra' and 'matamis'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Sobrang matamis ang kape na ito.

正解! おしい! 正解:
reading A2

Ano ang gusto ng nagsasalita?

Read this passage:

Mahalaga ang pagkain ng prutas. Ang mangga ay isa sa mga paborito kong prutas. Gusto ko ang matamis na mangga.

Ano ang gusto ng nagsasalita?

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis na mangga

The speaker says 'Gusto ko ang matamis na mangga,' which means 'I like sweet mangoes.'

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis na mangga

The speaker says 'Gusto ko ang matamis na mangga,' which means 'I like sweet mangoes.'

reading A2

Paano inilarawan ang keyk?

Read this passage:

Si ate ay gumawa ng keyk kahapon. Napakasarap ng keyk. Matamis na matamis ito.

Paano inilarawan ang keyk?

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis na matamis

The passage states 'Matamis na matamis ito,' which emphasizes that the cake was very sweet.

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis na matamis

The passage states 'Matamis na matamis ito,' which emphasizes that the cake was very sweet.

reading A2

Ano ang gusto ni nanay?

Read this passage:

Nagluto si nanay ng adobo. Hindi ito matamis. Mas gusto niya ang maalat.

Ano ang gusto ni nanay?

正解! おしい! 正解: Maalat na adobo

The passage says 'Mas gusto niya ang maalat,' meaning 'She prefers salty.'

正解! おしい! 正解: Maalat na adobo

The passage says 'Mas gusto niya ang maalat,' meaning 'She prefers salty.'

sentence order A2

下の単語をタップして文を組み立てよう
正解! おしい! 正解: Ang kendi ay matamis.

This means 'The candy is sweet.' We start with the article 'Ang', followed by the noun 'kendi', then the linking verb 'ay', and finally the adjective 'matamis'.

sentence order A2

下の単語をタップして文を組み立てよう
正解! おしい! 正解: Gusto niya ang matamis na tsokolate.

This translates to 'She likes sweet chocolate.' 'Gusto niya' means 'She likes', followed by 'ang' (the article), 'matamis' (sweet), 'na' (a linker), and 'tsokolate' (chocolate).

sentence order A2

下の単語をタップして文を組み立てよう
正解! おしい! 正解: Bumili ako ng matamis na tinapay.

This means 'I bought sweet bread.' 'Bumili ako' is 'I bought', 'ng' is a particle, 'matamis' (sweet), 'na' (linker), and 'tinapay' (bread).

multiple choice B1

Choose the best English translation for: "Ang mangga ay matamis."

正解! おしい! 正解: The mango is sweet.

Ang 'matamis' means 'sweet' in English, describing the taste of the mango.

multiple choice B1

Which of these words is an antonym for 'matamis'?

正解! おしい! 正解: Maasim (Sour)

If 'matamis' means sweet, then 'maasim' (sour) is its opposite.

multiple choice B1

How would you describe a cake that tastes very good and has a lot of sugar?

正解! おしい! 正解: Matamis na cake (Sweet cake)

'Matamis' is the Tagalog word for sweet, fitting for a sugary cake.

true false B1

The sentence "Ang kape ay matamis" means "The coffee is sweet."

正解! おしい! 正解: 正しい

Yes, 'kape' is coffee and 'matamis' is sweet, so the translation is correct.

true false B1

If something is 'matamis,' it has a sour taste.

正解! おしい! 正解: 間違い

No, 'matamis' means sweet. Sour would be 'maasim.'

true false B1

You can use 'matamis' to describe a sweet smile.

正解! おしい! 正解: 正しい

Yes, 'matamis' can describe a sweet smile ('matamis na ngiti') as well as a sweet taste.

sentence order B1

下の単語をタップして文を組み立てよう
正解! おしい! 正解: Ang kanyang ngiti ay palaging matamis.

This sentence means 'Her smile is always sweet.' The word order in Tagalog typically follows a Verb-Subject-Complement (VSC) or Subject-Verb-Complement (SVC) structure. Here, 'Ang kanyang ngiti' (Her smile) is the subject, 'ay' is a linking verb, and 'palaging matamis' (always sweet) is the complement.

sentence order B1

下の単語をタップして文を組み立てよう
正解! おしい! 正解: Gusto niya ng mga pagkain na matamis.

This sentence means 'She likes sweet foods.' 'Gusto niya' means 'She likes', 'ng mga pagkain' means 'of foods', and 'na matamis' describes the foods as sweet.

sentence order B1

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正解! おしい! 正解: Sobrang matamis ang kakanin na ito.

This sentence means 'This delicacy is very sweet.' 'Sobrang' means 'very' or 'too much', 'matamis' is 'sweet', 'ang kakanin' means 'the delicacy', and 'na ito' means 'this'.

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Ang mangga ay sadyang napaka___.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

The sentence describes the mango as being very sweet. 'Matamis' means sweet.

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Gusto ko ang kape na may kaunting asukal para maging mas ___.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

The speaker wants sugar in their coffee to make it sweeter. 'Matamis' means sweet.

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Para sa akin, ang tsokolate ay isa sa mga pinaka___ na pagkain.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Chocolate is commonly described as sweet. 'Matamis' means sweet.

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Ang kanyang ngiti ay parang kendi, napaka___.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

A smile compared to candy is likely sweet. 'Matamis' means sweet.

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Kung gusto mo ng dessert, subukan ang ube halaya, napaka___ niyan.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Ube halaya is a sweet dessert. 'Matamis' means sweet.

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Napakasarap ng hinog na pinya, lalo na kapag ito ay ____.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Ripe pineapple is known for being sweet. 'Matamis' means sweet.

writing B2

Describe your favorite Filipino dessert using 'matamis' (sweet). Include how it tastes and why you like it.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Ang paborito kong panghimagas ay leche flan. Napakasarap at napakasarap nito. Gusto ko ang leche flan dahil sa malinamnam nitong lasa at perpektong tamis.

正解! おしい! 正解:
writing B2

Imagine you are at a Filipino market. Write a short dialogue where you ask a vendor about the sweetness of a fruit, using 'matamis'.

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Sample answer

Ako: Magandang araw po! Matamis po ba itong mangga? Vendor: Opo, ma'am/sir, matamis na matamis po 'yan. Bagong pitas. Ako: Sige po, kukuha ako ng dalawang piraso.

正解! おしい! 正解:
writing B2

Write a short paragraph about how 'matamis' (sweet) is used in Filipino culture, beyond just food. Think about expressions or metaphors.

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Sample answer

Sa kulturang Pilipino, ang salitang 'matamis' ay hindi lang ginagamit para sa pagkain. Maaari rin itong tumukoy sa 'matamis na dila' ng isang tao, na nangangahulugang mahusay siyang magsalita o mambola. Ginagamit din ito para ilarawan ang 'matamis na ngiti', na nagpapahiwatig ng pagiging kaibig-ibig at mapagbigay. Ipinapakita nito na ang tamis ay isang kalidad na pinahahalagahan hindi lamang sa panlasa kundi pati na rin sa pag-uugali at pakikipag-ugnayan.

正解! おしい! 正解:
reading B2

Ano ang ipinagmamalaki ni Aling Nena?

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Si Aling Nena ay kilala sa kanyang napakasarap na ube halaya. Ang bawat kutsara nito ay puno ng tamis at lasa. Maraming tao ang dumarayo para lang matikman ang kanyang gawa. Isang araw, isang dayuhan ang bumisita sa kanyang tindahan. Nagtanong ang dayuhan kung paano niya nagawa ang ube halaya na kasing tamis ng pagmamahal ng ina.

Ano ang ipinagmamalaki ni Aling Nena?

正解! おしい! 正解: Ang kanyang napakasarap na ube halaya.

Ang talata ay nagsasaad na 'Si Aling Nena ay kilala sa kanyang napakasarap na ube halaya.'

正解! おしい! 正解: Ang kanyang napakasarap na ube halaya.

Ang talata ay nagsasaad na 'Si Aling Nena ay kilala sa kanyang napakasarap na ube halaya.'

reading B2

Ano ang sinisimbolo ng matamis na pagkain sa mga pagdiriwang ng Pilipinas?

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Sa Pilipinas, ang matamis na lasa ay kadalasang nauugnay sa mga pagdiriwang at espesyal na okasyon. Halimbawa, sa mga piyesta, marami kang makikitang matatamis na kakanin at minatamis. Ito ay simbolo ng kagalakan at pagkakaisa. Hindi lang ito sa pagkain; ang matamis na musika at sayaw ay bahagi din ng kultura.

Ano ang sinisimbolo ng matamis na pagkain sa mga pagdiriwang ng Pilipinas?

正解! おしい! 正解: Kagalakan at pagkakaisa.

Ang talata ay nagsasaad na 'Ito ay simbolo ng kagalakan at pagkakaisa.'

正解! おしい! 正解: Kagalakan at pagkakaisa.

Ang talata ay nagsasaad na 'Ito ay simbolo ng kagalakan at pagkakaisa.'

reading B2

Bukod sa literal na kahulugan, ano pa ang maaaring tukuyin ng 'matamis'?

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Ang salitang 'matamis' ay may iba't ibang gamit depende sa konteksto. Sa literal na kahulugan, ito ay tumutukoy sa lasa ng asukal o honey. Ngunit sa piguratibong kahulugan, maaari itong tumukoy sa isang 'matamis na boses' na kaaya-aya pakinggan, o 'matamis na salita' na nagpapakita ng pagmamahal o paghanga. Mahalagang intindihin ang konteksto para sa tamang interpretasyon.

Bukod sa literal na kahulugan, ano pa ang maaaring tukuyin ng 'matamis'?

正解! おしい! 正解: Isang kaaya-ayang boses o salita.

Ang talata ay nagsasaad na 'maaari itong tumukoy sa isang 'matamis na boses' na kaaya-aya pakinggan, o 'matamis na salita' na nagpapakita ng pagmamahal o paghanga.'

正解! おしい! 正解: Isang kaaya-ayang boses o salita.

Ang talata ay nagsasaad na 'maaari itong tumukoy sa isang 'matamis na boses' na kaaya-aya pakinggan, o 'matamis na salita' na nagpapakita ng pagmamahal o paghanga.'

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Dahil sa matinding gutom, ang mga bata ay walang nagawa kundi umasa sa limos mula sa mga nakakaluwag. Ang kanilang _______ na pananaw ay nagbigay-daan sa paghahanap ng anumang pag-asa sa gitna ng kanilang kalagayan.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Sa konteksto ng pag-asa sa gitna ng kahirapan, ang 'matamis na pananaw' ay nangangahulugang isang pananaw na puno ng pag-asa o optimismo, kabaligtaran ng isang mapait na sitwasyon.

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Sa kabila ng lahat ng hirap at pagsubok, ang kanilang pagtatapos sa kolehiyo ay naging isang _______ na tagumpay na hindi kailanman malilimutan, isang simbolo ng kanilang tiyaga at dedikasyon.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Ang 'matamis na tagumpay' ay isang karaniwang idyoma na nagpapahiwatig ng isang tagumpay na lubhang kasiya-siya at pinahahalagahan, lalo na pagkatapos ng mahabang panahon ng paghihirap.

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Ang kanyang mga _______ na salita ay tila ba musika sa aking pandinig, nagbibigay ng kakaibang ginhawa at kapanatagan sa gitna ng aking kalungkutan.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Ang 'matamis na salita' ay tumutukoy sa mga salitang nakakatuwa, nakakagaan ng loob, o nakakapagbigay ng pag-asa, madalas na may kaunting pahiwatig ng panliligaw o pagpapagaan ng loob.

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Bagaman ang panalo ay _______, ang aming pagkakaisa at pagtutulungan ang tunay na premyo, isang patunay ng aming samahan.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Sa pangungusap na ito, ang 'matamis' ay ginamit upang ilarawan ang pagiging kasiya-siya ng panalo, ngunit binibigyang diin na mas mahalaga ang pagkakaisa, isang paggamit na lumalagpas sa literal na kahulugan ng 'sweet'.

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Ang pagkakataong makabalik sa kanyang bayan matapos ang mahabang panahon ay isang _______ na pangitain, puno ng alaala at pag-asa.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Ang 'matamis na pangitain' ay nagpapahiwatig ng isang bagay na inaasahan nang may labis na pananabik at positibong damdamin, tulad ng pag-uwi sa sariling bayan.

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Ang kanyang tagumpay, bagamat huli na, ay naging _______ sa kanyang mga taon ng sakripisyo at pagtitiyaga, isang kaganapang nagpapatunay sa kanyang dedikasyon.

正解! おしい! 正解: matamis

Ang 'matamis' dito ay nagpapahiwatig ng isang resulta na lubhang kasiya-siya at sulit ang paghihirap, isang 'sweet reward' sa kabila ng pagiging huli.

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Sweet victory is a result of intense perseverance.

正解! おしい! 正解: Ang matamis na tagumpay ay bunga ng matinding pagtitiyaga.
正解! おしい! 正解:
listening C2

Despite everything, she maintained a sweet smile on her face.

正解! おしい! 正解: Sa kabila ng lahat, nanatili siyang may matamis na ngiti sa labi.
正解! おしい! 正解:
listening C2

His sweet words brought comfort to me.

正解! おしい! 正解: Ang kanyang mga matatamis na salita ay nagdulot ng kapanatagan sa akin.
正解! おしい! 正解:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Ipaliwanag kung paano nagagamit ang salitang 'matamis' sa konteksto ng isang matagumpay na karanasan.

Focus: ma-ta-mis

正解! おしい! 正解:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Ilarawan ang isang sitwasyon kung saan ang 'matamis na ngiti' ay makabuluhan.

Focus: nga-le-e

正解! おしい! 正解:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Gumawa ng isang pangungusap gamit ang 'matamis na salita' upang ilarawan ang taong mapagbigay ng papuri.

Focus: sa-li-ta

正解! おしい! 正解:

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