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title: "Grandfather in Tagalog: Lolo | TagaTuro"
description: "Learn how to say grandfather in Tagalog. lolo. Pronunciation, usage notes, and example sentences."
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# How to Say "Grandfather" in Tagalog

Learn how to say grandfather in Tagalog with pronunciation, usage notes, and example sentences.

## Quick answer
Grandfather in Tagalog is "lolo".

## Pronunciation
Say it as "loh-loh".

## Usage and cultural notes
Lolo is the affectionate word for grandfather and is used widely in family conversations.

Use lolo for your grandfather and add po when speaking respectfully.

## Example sentences
- Si Lolo ang nagkuwento tungkol sa pamilya. - Grandpa told a story about the family. (family story)
- Lolo, salamat po. - Grandpa, thank you. (respectful thanks)

## Related words
- [Grandmother](/tagalog/grandmother/) - Lola
- [Mother](/tagalog/mother/) - Nanay
- [Father](/tagalog/father/) - Tatay
- [Grandchild](/tagalog/grandchild/) - Apo
- [Family](/tagalog/family/) - Pamilya

## Related category
- [Family and Relationships](/categories/family/)

## Keep learning
- [Tagalog words](/tagalog/)
- [Tagalog for English Speakers: Learn with Cultural Context](/guides/tagalog-for-english-speakers/) - A focused guide for English speakers learning Tagalog. Learn respectful phrases, family vocabulary, and pronunciation that sounds natural.