Lesson #13, November 16, 2024
When you need someone to wait briefly or pause, use this phrase to show politeness.
This phrase translates to "Just a moment, please" in English. "Sandali" means "moment," and "lang" is a softener meaning "just" or "only." Adding "po" shows respect, especially toward someone older or of higher status.
Key Vocabulary:
"Sandali" - Moment
"Lang" - Just/Only
"Po" - Please (politeness marker)
"Hintay" - Wait
"Sige" - Okay/Go ahead
"Teka" - Hold on
"Pasensya" - Patience/Sorry for the wait
"Tuloy" - Continue
"Sana" - Hopefully
"Hapon" - Afternoon
Other Useful Variations:
Sandali lang po, may ginagawa ako.
Just a moment, I am doing something.
Sandali lang po, tatawagin ko siya.
Just a moment, I will call him/her.
Sandali lang po, babalik ako agad.
Just a moment, I'll be right back.
Sandali lang po, pasensya na.
Just a moment, sorry for the wait.
Sandali lang po, nagmamadali ako.
Just a moment, I'm in a hurry.
Sandali lang po, kukunin ko lang.
Just a moment, I'll just get it.
Sandali lang po, tatawag ako ng tulong.
Just a moment, I’ll call for help.
Sandali lang po, medyo mahirap ito.
Just a moment, this is a bit difficult.
Sandali lang po, nagiisip ako.
Just a moment, I’m thinking.
Sandali lang po, kausap ko siya.
Just a moment, I’m talking to him/her.
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The word for 'moment' is 'sandali.' How would you say 'Just a moment, please'?
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