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How to Say "Stop" in Tagalog

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tigil
"Stop" in Tagalog 路 say it like tee-gil

The most natural way to say "Stop" in Tagalog is Tigil. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Hinto
more formal or literary context
Itigil
used when instructing someone to stop doing something

When to use it

Use 'Tigil' when you want to tell someone to stop what they are doing. It can be used in both casual and formal situations. 'Hinto' is more appropriate in written or formal contexts. 'Itigil' is used when giving a direct command.

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Examples in Tagalog

TagalogEnglish
Tigil mo na ang ingay.Stop the noise now.
Hinto ka sa pagsasalita.Stop talking.
Itigil mo ang iyong ginagawa.Stop what you are doing.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'tigil' with 'hinto', but 'tigil' is more commonly used in everyday speech.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Tigil, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Tagalog with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'tigil' instead of 'hinto'?

'Tigil' is used in everyday conversation, while 'hinto' is better for formal writing or speeches.

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