How to Say "As Long As" in Tagalog | BASTA in English
Ready to truly understand “Basta” in Tagalog? This essential Filipino lesson delves into the multifaceted meaning of “Basta,” one of the most versatile and often perplexing words for learners. Let’s explore how this common expression is used in real conversations to convey “just because,” “as long as,” “period,” or even a firm “no reason.” Our guide provides clear example sentences and practical English translations to help you grasp its varied applications. Master “Basta” to speak more naturally and confidently navigate everyday conversational Tagalog. Perfect for intermediate Tagalog learners eager to understand nuanced Filipino expressions and enhance their fluency.
Watch this video to learn how to say “As long as” in Tagalog using the common word “basta.” See practical Tagalog example sentences with easy English translations to help you use it naturally in conversation. Perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to speak Filipino confidently. Start using basta to express conditions and agreements in everyday Tagalog today!
Basta hindi bawal. (As long as it’s not against the law.)
Basta may kape, okay na ako. (As long as there’s coffee, I’m good.)
Bibilhin natin ‘yon basta hindi masyadong mahal. (We will buy it as long as it’s not too expense.)
Puwede kang tumira rito basta maglilinis ka ng kalat mo. (You can stay here as long as you clean up after yourself.)
Basta nandiyan ka, hindi ako natatakot. (As long as you’re there, I’m not afraid.)
Puwede mong hiramin ‘yung kotse ko basta ibalik mo nang puno ang tangke. (You can borrow my car as long as you bring it back with a full tank.)
Ayos lang siya basta iniinom niya ang gamot niya. (He’ll be fine as long as he takes his medicine.)
Sasama ako basta hindi tayo gagabihin. (I’ll go with you as long as we don’t stay too late.)
Papapasukin ka nila basta may ID ka. (They’ll let you in as long as you have your ID with you.)
Huwag ka nang magreklamo. Basta gawin mo. (Don’t complain. Just do it.)
Ang dami mo pang sinasabi. Basta sumunod ka na lang. (You talk to much. Just follow what I said.)
Basta huwag mong gagalawin ‘to. (Just don’t touch this.)
Basta huwag kang aalis hangga’t hindi ko sinasabi. (Just don’t leave until I say so.)
Basta tapusin mo bago gumabi. (Just finish it before it gets dark.)
Ayoko na talaga, basta. (I’m so done. Period.)
Basta magtiwala ka sa akin. (Just trust me.)
Huwag ka nang magtanong – basta! (Stop asking – just drop it!)
Basta, ayoko na siyang makita (I just don’t wanna see him anymore. End of story.)
Basta! Huwag mo na akong kulitin. (That’s it! Stop bugging me.)
Tapos na tayo diyan, basta. (We’re done with that. End of discussion.)
Basta, hindi puwede. (No, you can’t. That’s final.)
Basta sinabi ko na, tapos! (I already said it. That’s it!)
Huwag mo nang alamin, basta. (Don’t ask anymore. Just leave it.)
Basta. Ayoko nang pag-usapan ‘yon. (Enough. I don’t want to talk about it anymore.)
May dahilan ako, basta. (I have my reasons, okay?)
Basta, hindi ko na kailangang ipaliwanag. (I don’t need to explain, okay?)
Basta gawin mo lang nang maayos. (Just do it properly.)
Basta may pera ka, makakapasok ka. (As long as you have money, you can get it.)
Basta, maghihintay ako rito. (I’ll wait here no matter what.)
Basta sabihan mo ako kaagad. (Just let me know right away.)
Basta ikaw, pupunta ako. (If it’s you, I’m going no matter what.)
Basta kahit anong mangyari, kakampi mo ako. (I got your back no matter what.)
Basta huwag mong kalimutang magbayad. (Just don’t forget to pay.)
Basta may pagkain, sasama ako. (As long as there’s food, I’m in.)
Basta may signal, tatawagan kita. (As long as there’s signal, I’ll call you.)
Basta kasama kita, masaya ako. (As long as I’m with you, I’m happy.)
Basta inutos ng nanay ko, kailangan kong sundin. (If my mom tells me to do something, I have to do it.)
Basta sinabi ni kuya, wala nang tanong-tanong. (If my brother says so, no more questions asked.)
Basta’t magaling kang makisama, madali kang magkaroon ng kaibigan. (As long as you know how to get along, you’ll make friends easily.)
Basta hindi mo ako lolokohin, magkakasundo tayo. (As long as you don’t mess with me, we’ll get along just fine.)
Basta‘t wala kang ginagawang masama, hindi kita huhusgahan. (As long as you’re not doing anything wrong, I won’t judge you.)
Basta hindi umulan, tuloy ang lakad. (As long as it doesn’t rain, the plan is on.)
Basta’t may asin, puwede na ‘yan. (As long as there’s salt, that will do.)
Basta hindi ka late, walang problema. (As long as you’re not late, it’s all good.)
Basta huwag kang aalis nang walang paalam. (Just don’t leave without saying goodbye.)
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