Filipino · Numbers & Time
tatlo
Three
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number three.
Example
Magkita tayo nang alas-tres.
Let's meet at three o'clock.
Etymology
The word 'tatlo' originates from the Proto-Austronesian root *talon, which means 'three.' It has retained its form and function throughout the evolution of the Tagalog language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tatlo' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, primarily in informal settings. It is universally recognized across the Philippines, though regional variations may exist in dialects.