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How do you say are in Tagalog?

The word "are" in Tagalog depends on the context and the subject. Here are some possibilities:

For "to be" in the present tense:

* ay - This is the most common and neutral way to say "are" in Tagalog. It's used for all subjects.

* Example: "Sila ay mga mag-aaral." (They are students.)

* ka - This is used for the second person singular ("you").

* Example: "Ikaw ka ba?" (Are you [the one]?)

* ng - This is used for the third person singular ("he/she/it").

* Example: "Siya ng maganda." (He/She is beautiful.)

For "are" as a question:

* ba - This is added to the end of a sentence to make it a question.

* Example: "Sila ba ay mga mag-aaral?" (Are they students?)

Other possibilities:

* ay - You can also use "ay" for the second person singular and third person singular.

* Example: "Ikaw ay maganda." (You are beautiful.)

* Example: "Siya ay matalino." (He/She is intelligent.)

* na - This can sometimes be used instead of "ay" in certain situations.

* Example: "Sila na mag-aaral." (They are students.)

Note: Tagalog is a complex language with many nuances. The best way to learn how to use "are" correctly is to practice and learn the different contexts in which it's used.

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