Here's a breakdown:
* mahal - means "love" or "dear"
* kita - is the object pronoun "you" (used for singular, informal "you")
Here are some other ways to express love in Filipino:
* Iniibig kita - This is a more formal way to say "I love you."
* Gustong-gusto kita - This means "I really like you" and can be used as a way to express romantic feelings.
* Mahal na mahal kita - This means "I love you very much."
* Sobra kitang mahal - This means "I love you so much."
Remember that Filipino is a language with many dialects, so the exact phrasing may vary depending on the region.