Palihog

pleaseadverb / expression

Alternative meanings

please; do me a favor; polite request marker; kindly; expression of courtesy

Pronunciation

pah-LEE-hog

Root and affixes

Palihog comes from the idea of asking a favor. It is also often written palihug in many areas or learning materials.

Variants or conjugations

palihog; palihug; palíhog; palíhug; palihog ko; palihug ko

Related words and expressions

request; favor; help; thank you; excuse me; can; get

Meaning and usage notes

Palihog is the basic way to say please. It can go at the start or end of a request: Palihog, kuhaa ang tubig or Kuhaa ang tubig, palihog.