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Common question to inquire about someone's profession.
문화적 배경
In Manila, 'Taglish' is the norm. Asking 'Anong work mo?' is often more common than the pure Filipino version among young professionals. People may use 'hanapbuhay' more often, and the question is often a precursor to asking about your family's well-being. Asking about work is a way to connect with the millions of Filipinos working abroad. It's a point of pride and shared struggle. Titles are very important. When answering 'Ano ang trabaho mo?', Filipinos will often include their specific title (e.g., 'Manager ako') to establish status.
Use 'Anong' for Fluency
If you want to sound like a local, always contract 'Ano ang' to 'Anong'. It flows much better in conversation.
The 'Po' Rule
Never forget to add 'po' if the person looks older than you. It's the quickest way to earn respect.
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Common question to inquire about someone's profession.
Use 'Anong' for Fluency
If you want to sound like a local, always contract 'Ano ang' to 'Anong'. It flows much better in conversation.
The 'Po' Rule
Never forget to add 'po' if the person looks older than you. It's the quickest way to earn respect.
Be Ready to Answer
If you ask this, be prepared to be asked back! Filipinos are very reciprocal in conversation.
셀프 테스트
Complete the question to ask an elder respectfully.
Ano ___ ang trabaho _____?
To be respectful, you must use 'po' and the plural/formal pronoun 'ninyo'.
Which of these is the most common informal contraction?
Choose the natural way to say 'What is your job?'
'Anong' is the contraction of 'Ano' and 'ang', used in 90% of spoken Filipino.
Match the Filipino phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
These are all variations of asking about someone's professional life.
Fill in the missing line in the dialogue.
A: Hi, ako si Mark. B: Hi Mark, ako si Sarah. A: _________? B: Guro ako sa elementarya.
Since the answer is 'I am an elementary teacher', the question must be about work.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Ano ___ ang trabaho _____?
To be respectful, you must use 'po' and the plural/formal pronoun 'ninyo'.
Choose the natural way to say 'What is your job?'
'Anong' is the contraction of 'Ano' and 'ang', used in 90% of spoken Filipino.
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
These are all variations of asking about someone's professional life.
A: Hi, ako si Mark. B: Hi Mark, ako si Sarah. A: _________? B: Guro ako sa elementarya.
Since the answer is 'I am an elementary teacher', the question must be about work.
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자주 묻는 질문
5 질문No, 'hanapbuhay' is the native Tagalog term, but 'trabaho' is much more common in daily speech.
Yes! This is very common 'Taglish' and is perfectly acceptable in casual settings in cities.
You can say '[Job Title] ako.' For example: 'Guro ako' (I am a teacher).
You can say 'Wala akong trabaho ngayon' (I don't have a job right now) or 'Naghahanap ako ng trabaho' (I am looking for a job).
Not in the Philippines. It's a very standard icebreaker, though it's usually asked after 'Kumusta?' (How are you?).
관련 표현
Saan ka nagtatrabaho?
similarWhere do you work?
Ano ang hanapbuhay mo?
synonymWhat is your occupation?
Nag-aaral ka ba o nagtatrabaho?
builds onAre you studying or working?
Ano ang pangarap mong trabaho?
specialized formWhat is your dream job?
