General:
* Marami - This is the most common and general way to say "a lot".
* Madami - This is another common and general way to say "a lot", often used interchangeably with "marami".
* Iba't iba - This literally means "different different", implying a large variety. It's used when referring to a wide range of things.
Intensifiers:
* Sobrang dami - This means "very much", implying an extremely large quantity.
* Ang dami - This emphasizes the quantity, suggesting "so much" or "a lot".
* Marami-rami - This is a less intense way to say "a lot" than "sobrang dami" but still more than "marami".
Specific contexts:
* Maraming beses - This means "many times" and is used for expressing frequent occurrences.
* Maraming salamat - This means "thank you very much" and is used for expressing gratitude.
* Maraming tao - This means "many people" and is used for describing a large crowd.
The best translation will depend on the specific context. For example, "I have a lot of friends" could be translated as "Marami akong kaibigan," "Madami akong kaibigan," or "Ang dami kong kaibigan," depending on the desired emphasis.