How to Say "Maybe" in Tagalog | BAKA in English

Find out how to correctly use “Maybe” in Tagalog and confidently express possibility! This comprehensive Tagalog lesson uncovers the subtle nuances and common applications of the Filipino word “Baka.” Learn how “Baka” is applied in everyday conversations to convey uncertainty, possibility, or a gentle warning, complete with clear example sentences and English translations. Mastering “Baka” is crucial for naturally sounding out your thoughts in Filipino dialogue. Perfect for beginner Tagalog learners aiming to enhance their conversational Filipino skills and grasp essential Tagalog adverbs for expressing doubt or potential outcomes.

Watch this video to learn how to say “Maybe” in Tagalog using the versatile word “baka.” Explore practical Tagalog example sentences with easy English translations to see how it’s used naturally in conversation. Perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to speak Filipino confidently. Start using baka in daily conversations and express uncertainty like a native speaker!

Baka nahihiya lang siya. (Maybe he’s just shy.)

Baka hindi kasya ‘yan. (It might not be enough.)

Baka nasiraan sila ng sasakyan. (Maybe their car broke down.)

Baka umulan mamaya. (It might rain later.)

Ingat ka, baka maligaw ka.  (Be careful, you might get lost.)

Baka ma-late ako bukas. (I might be late tomorrow.)

Anong oras ka darating? Baka mga alas-sais. (What time will you arrive? Maybe around 6 o’clock.)

Baka kailangan nila ng tulong. (Maybe they need help.)

Baka hindi niya gusto. (Maybe he doesn’t like it.)

Baka nakalimutan mo. (You might’ve forgotten.)

Baka nagtatampo siya. (Maybe she’s sulking.)

Baka may alam si Raizen. (Maybe Raizen knows something.)

Baka gutom ka lang. (You’re probably just hungry.)

Baka naliligo pa siya. (He might still be taking a shower.)

Baka sa ibang araw na lang. (Maybe some other day.)

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Baka magalit siya. (She might get mad.)

Baka sa likod siya dumaan. (Maybe he went through the back.)

Baka nagbago ang isip niya. (Maybe he changed his mind.)

Baka walang signal doon. (Maybe there’s no signal there.)

Baka mali ka. (You might be wrong.)

Baka nandiyan na sila. (Maybe they’re already there.)

Baka bukas pa ‘yung tindahan. (Maybe the store is still open.)

Baka tapos na sila. (Maybe they’re done.)

Baka wala siya sa mood. (Maybe he’s not in the mood.)

Baka sinadya niya ‘yon. (Maybe he did it on purpose.)

Baka hindi niya narinig. (Maybe he didn’t hear it.)

Baka tinatamad lang siya. (Maybe he’s just feeling lazy.)

Baka hindi na siya interesado. (Maybe he’s not interested anymore.)

Baka nagtatrabaho pa siya. (Maybe he’s still working.)

Baka naiwan niya ang pitaka niya. (Maybe she left her wallet.)

Baka hindi niya nabasa ang message mo. (Maybe she didn’t read your message.)

Baka hindi niya nagustuhan ang pagkain. (Maybe he didn’t like the food.)

Baka inaantok na si Rylee. (Maybe Rylee is getting sleepy.)

Baka naipit sila sa trapik. (Maybe they got stuck in traffic.)

Baka hindi siya sigurado. (Maybe he’s not sure.)

Baka nag-aalangan pa siya. (Maybe she’s still hesitant.)

Baka wala pa siyang plano. (Maybe he doesn’t have any plans yet.)

Baka hindi niya kaya. (Maybe he can’t handle it.)

Baka nangangapa pa siya. (Maybe he’s still trying to figure things out.)

Baka hindi siya pinayagan. (Maybe she wasn’t allowed.)

Baka nakalimutan niya ang meeting. (Maybe she forgot about the meeting.)

Baka naman nagsasabi siya ng totoo. (Maybe she’s telling the truth.)

Baka nagkasakit ang lolo niya. (Maybe her grandfather got sick.)

Baka naiinis siya sa ‘yo. (She might be annoyed with you.)

Baka nalugi sila sa negosyo. (Maybe their business went bankrupt.)

Baka malapit na sila. (They’re probably almost here.)

Baka hindi naman malaking bagay ‘yon. (It’s probably not a big deal.)

Baka sarado na ‘yon ngayon. (It’s probably closed by now.)

Baka naman nagbibiro lang siya. (He’s probably joking.)

Baka kasama niya ang mga kaibigan niya. (She’s probably with her friends.)

Baka hindi naman seryoso. (It’s probably nothing serious.)

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