What are good tagalog and/or cultural immersion programs in the Philippines?
Q. I am a FilAm mestizo and will be in Manila for a while. I'd like to take courses to better acquaint myself with the culture and finally learn tagalog.
Asked by puffnugget79 - Mon Jun 16 00:24:49 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The most practical and easiest way for you to learn Tagalog and get acquainted with the local culture is to spend time with any Filipino friends or relatives here in the Philippines. They will be your best teachers. I am sure you will not find it hard to go along with the mainstream Filipinos here as they are as Asianized as they are Westernized. Learning Tagalog, on the other hand, will take some practice to make parfect. Good luck!
Answered by judetri - Tue Jun 17 03:26:46 2008

What is the fastest way for me to be fluent in tagalog within a year?
Q. I'm going to the philippines next year in Dec. I need to become fluent in tagalog by that time. Napaprakits ako na sa chat nalang. Ano pa ang gagawin ako? I want to write and speak tagalog as fluent as I can. Na bibili akong software, rosetta stone. atska bibli kong dictionario. parang bata ako na sulat en tagalog, and to speak it. but im trying to practice. my grammar is not correct, but i want to do it right. Nanood ako TFC para maintindihan ko, lahat. What else. give me ideas! If anyone wants to help me, I need all the help I can get. Naturo ko. flipside4real2006@yahoo.c om i know there are lots of filipino english speakers. help me to become fluent. also, you can send me a YM at flipside4real2006, so we can chat in tagalog or… [cont.]
Asked by BokBok - Fri Dec 8 16:48:09 2006 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Greetings: Magandang Umaga! ( Good Morning!) Magandang Hapon ( Good Afternoon !) Magandang Gabi ( Good Evening!) Maligayang Pasko at Manibagong Bagong Taon ( Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year) Basic Questions: Kamusta po? ( How are you? po is used when talking with the elderly to show respect) Opo! Yes! ( when being questioned by an elder) Oo! Yes! ( when answering a person of your age or younger persons) Hindi po! ( No) answering elderly Hindi! ( No) answering a person of your age or younger persons Kumain ka na ba? ( Have you eaten already?) Nag-almusal ka na ba? ( Had you had breakfast already?) Nagtanghalian ka na ba? ( Had you had your lunch already/) Naghapunan ka na ba? ( Had you had dinner… [cont.]
Answered by sansrival - Mon Dec 11 20:23:10 2006

What is the fastest and easiest way to learn Tagalog?
Q. I'm half pinoy half white. I live with my mom who is white. Whenever I visit my filipino family they speak in tagalog and I barely understand. I don't get to see my dad often so he can't really teach me.
Asked by HYD_fan - Sun Jan 3 19:05:43 2010 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Watch Tagalog TV shows or movies. Read Tagalog newspapers and magazines.
Answered by damong ligaw - Mon Jan 4 02:15:55 2010

What is the easiest way to learn Tagalog?
Q. I have been learning words and phrases, but I still can't carry on a conversation in Tagalog. The confusion lies in the format. In English, we use past, present and future tenses, so Tagalog has been hard for me to grasp. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Haha..thanks Dick, I am dating a filipina, which is why I am trying to learn Tagalog. She can only teach me so much, ya know?
Asked by Mutant Marshmallow - Sat Nov 10 11:17:03 2007 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Buying software is the easiest way. There are also many online website that have simple lessons for speaking Tagalog. A friend of mine has some video for the Basic Tagalog phrases. Here are the links. Bud Brown, teaches Tagalog Part 1 Your First Leason In Taglog Bud Brown, teaches Tagalog Part 2 Your Seond Leason In Taglog Bud Brown, teaches Tagalog Part 3 Your 3rd Lession In Tagalog " You make me MAD!" Bud Brown, teaches Tagalog Part 4 Your 4th Lession In Tagalog "I am going to go eat" Bud Brown, teaches Tagalog Part 5 Your 5th Lession In Tagalog "That's For Us"
Answered by nicelvguy - Sat Nov 10 21:15:17 2007

What is the best software for a person to learn Tagalog?
Q. Don't say Rosetta stone, because not only is it expensive (to me) but I heard that it isn't good for learning languages. I also looked at Langocity, but found a lot of bad reviews on it. So what is the best Tagalog learning software?
Asked by Andrew - Sun Apr 18 19:27:21 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Andrew ... You might want to reconsider Rosetta Stone Tagalog -- there are a lot of great Rosetta Stone reviews, and, if you look for free shipping and discounts, Rosetta Stone Filipino is not that expensive. Especially if you compare to another Tagalog program that might not work as well, nor teach you what you need to know. Good luck.
Answered by Mac - Mon Apr 19 08:00:55 2010

What is the difference between Tagalog, Filipino and Pilipino?
Q. Wikipedia says : "Filipino (formerly Pilipino) is an Austronesian language that is the de facto standardized version of Tagalog, though is de jure distinct from it." How is it distinct? And why the change from Pilipino to Filipino?
Asked by kamelasa - Fri Jul 20 16:53:27 2007 - - 6 Answers - 3 Comments

A. Tagalog, which was derived from the word "taga-ilog" -- is a dialect of the Tagalog people, i.e., Manila, Bulacan, Bataan, Batangas, Rizal, Cavite, Laguna, Marinduque, and Quezon. The Tagalog dialect became the main reference of the Pilipino language because it has been the second medium of communication ever since it was launched officially in the world. The only distinction and why it is change from Pilipino to Filipino is the revised alphabet letters, wherein the Pilipino Alphabet has included English and Spanish letters, thus the change to Filipino. The Pilipino language has these alphabet letters: A, B, K, D, E, G, H, I, L, M, N, NG, O, P, R, S, T, U, W, and Y while the Filipino language has these alphabet letters: A, B, C, D, E, [cont.]
Answered by arniebartley - Sun Jul 22 06:09:59 2007

Where can I find tagalog classes for an english speaking friend in Quezon City?
Q. My friend, who was born in the US and is now in the Philippines, wants to learn to speak tagalog fluently. He said he has learned a bit just by speaking with other Filipinos, but wants to learn more. He wants to take classes, ideally in a classroom setting, with other non-tagalog speaking foreigners as classmates. Is there one in Quezon City or around that area?
Asked by coffeegirl - Sat Aug 23 09:39:07 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. christian language study center (clsc) in q.c.
Answered by mayilow - Sat Aug 23 10:04:32 2008

What is the best way to learn tagalog?
Q. My wife is a filipina and I would like to learn tagalog. Rosetta Stone is too expensive. Does anybody know of any other learning programs that are cheaper and still good?
Asked by Josh M - Sat Aug 15 23:30:52 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Well RS might be too expensive but the good news is that it wouldn't be very helpful for you if you are starting to learn Tagalog. There's one simple reason, it does not deliver what people would expect. I'm not putting down their method because it has its place somewhere in your language learning journey but it certainly doesn't have a place as a beginner's tool. There are several much better options for a beginner method. The reason is that Rosetta uses a flashcard based method and like other flashcard based methods (digital or not) it helps you expand your vocabulary base. That's what flashcard based learning tools are designed to do. But if you don't already have a working knowledge of the language, Rosetta Stone will just help you… [cont.]
Answered by 55reasons - Sun Aug 16 09:11:39 2009

What is the fastest way to learn Tagalog?
Q. What are your suggestions for learning tagalog, I can get the gist of what they are saying, but I am not certain. Can't really speak it either Thanks Po! Thank You for the replies, while anyone who voted for emersion into the filipino society head first would be the quickest, I can not afford the ticket just yet..booked Hawaii another story. I will vote for the best answer that will help me now, and anyone that does a search! And RadioactiveFemale and GtrMae maybe we can talk sometime. Again Thanks to All who responded I wish I coud give you all some extra points! wanderer
Asked by wanderer - Wed Jun 28 21:56:45 2006 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hello, There isn't a fast way to learn Tagalog or any language, that is the honest truth. But you can structure your work so you'll cover a bit at a time and before you know it you'll be an intermediate speaker. Here are some free pointers, i mean books and internet sources that you can try for some free lessons. 1. 2. Below are some books that are good for learning Tagalog. 1.Tagalog made nice and easy 2.Basic Tagalog, for non-Tagalog and foreigners 3.Making out in Tagalog 4.Lonely Planet Tagalog phrasebook 5.Conversational Tagalog: A Functional-Situational Approach by Teresita V. Ramos, is a basic introduction to Tagalog. Introduces a range of vocabulary and phrases, and includes plenty of notes of grammar. 6.Teach Yourself… [cont.]
Answered by kida_w - Thu Jun 29 06:09:49 2006

Can I realistically learn a decent amount of Conversational Tagalog in 3 months if I apply myself?
Q. I have no Tagalog background, but I'm meeting a girl and her mom in a few months and I guess you can say I want to impress with some conversation. =) I might look and sound like a fool, but the effort is what counts, right? I don't have anyone to practice with. Any tips for learning online or workbooks?
Asked by jcdevivero - Sat Nov 15 04:39:04 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I'd buy a basic conversational language program that has tagalog included. Stores like Walmart, Ross's or Office Max usually has one for pretty cheap. All of the main filipino dialects(Tagalog, Ilocano, and Visayan) has similarities with spanish. So if you have any espanol language background you will be okay with the pronounciation of the words as the filipino dialects roll certain letters or syllables. Don't expect too much as far as being able to hold an entire conversation or her mom will only speak to you in tagalog and you'll be lost my friend. Go more for the understanding, even if you can only pick out a few words. If you respond in english to their questions or some of them, that will be impressive enough. You will learn more… [cont.]
Answered by Da Sna - Ke - Sat Nov 15 05:01:38 2008

What is the best way for me to learn Tagalog?
Q. I am completely fluent in English and Spanish 100%. I want my third language to be Tagalog, how can I accomplish this? How long might it take me to speak and understand my first words?
Asked by Brian - Wed Jun 3 23:41:04 2009 - - 16 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Marry me, lol. Buy an english-tagalog dictionary, watch Philippine TV shows and movies. Meet some filipinos and practice by talking to them in pure Tagalog.
Answered by Pepsi Blue Joann M - Thu Jun 4 07:16:48 2009

How do you say these phrases in Tagalog?
Q. *Do you have any rice with you? *I love you Marshmallow! *Crank up the tunes! *Would you like to dance? Can you think of other funny Tagalog sentences that I can engrave to my ipod touch? Please no cuss words! And please give the meaning to the sentences as well! Whoever has the best Tagalog random sentences like mine will get the 10pts. My nickname is Marshmallow so if you have anything that could go with that too would be great! Salamat!
Asked by Pinaykikay - Sun Mar 14 20:19:58 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. "Do you have any rice with you?" "May dala ka bang rice?" "I love you Marshmallow!" "Mahal kita Marshmallow!" "Crank up the tunes!" "Ipalakas ang tugtog!" "Would you like to dance?" "Gusto mo bang sumayaw?"
Answered by annely - Sun Mar 14 20:31:17 2010

What is the reason why Filipinos speak half English and half Tagalog?
Q. I know that you are all capable of speaking all Tagalog or all English. I just want to know why you do this.
Asked by unknown - Tue Jun 3 19:53:20 2008 - - 17 Answers - 2 Comments

A. That would be Taglish. Maybe it's the new trend . But there are many factors. Some maybe: -A person does not know how to speak English that good so he uses Tagalog with it. -There maybe some words in English that a person does not know so he uses Tagalog to substitute it. -Taglish is used by Filipinos living abroad, such as in Australia, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, the United States and the United Kingdom. -In school they re told to speak English and in their homes, they speak Tagalog so it gets mixed up. According to Wikipedia. Taglish is common in Metro Manila.
Answered by THINKER - Tue Jun 3 20:05:18 2008

is there a difference between the languages Filipino and Tagalog?
Q. so..im planning on visiting the Philippines in a couple years, and i will be staying for awhile. so i figure i should probably know (at least somewhat) how to speak there language. so..is there a difference between Filipino and Tagalog? if yes, which one should i learn? do they also speak english there? know any places online where i could learn the language? thanks!
Asked by Cleo Kansas - Wed Apr 21 22:10:32 2010 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Ok, here's your correct answer and should be your best answer. Talking about language, the Filipino is a national language in the Philippines. It is Tagalog - based language which include some words from local dialects like Cebuano, Ilokano, Kapampangan, Hiligaynon, Bicolano, Waray, and local Muslim words. So Tagalog is merely a dialect used by the peoples within metro manila and nearby surrounding provinces like Bulacan, Cavite, Quezon, Rizal, Laguna, and Batangas. The word Filipino can also refer to the Filipino people. LIterally called Filipina when female. There should be no problem if you just speak the english language because English language is also an adopted national language in the Philippines. So If some pinoys you… [cont.]
Answered by junior - Thu Apr 22 04:34:50 2010

Could I get this word and phrase translated into Tagalog and Swahili?
Q. I am a copy editor for a religious magazine and need to translate: "Peace" and "Peace be with you" into both Tagalog and Swahili. The online sources I've consulted don't include these languages - probably because they're not well known. Can somebody please help me with either of the languages? Again: Peace and Peace be with you. Thank you so much!
Asked by Minx - Mon Jun 29 12:05:06 2009 - - 3 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Here's part of the answer, too. :) Peace in Tagalog would be: Kapayapaan. Peace be with you: Sumaiyo ang kapayapaan. (Usually, nobody really says this in casual conversation. It's what the priest says during a Catholic mass. "Sumaiyo ang kapayapaan ng Panginoon" which means "The Lord's peace be with you.") Hope that helps!
Answered by Ellie - Wed Jul 1 13:29:52 2009

What are a few common sentences in tagalog?
Q. Also, How can I learn Tagalog by ear? And can you put a few sentences in tagalog and what they mean? Thanks it would help a lot =D
Asked by emily - Tue Sep 29 19:44:22 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Kumusta ka?=how are you? Magandang Umaga-Good Morning Paalam=bye or goodbye Walang Anuman=You're Welcome Salamat=Thank You Anong Pangalan mo?=what is your name? Saan ka nakatira?=where do you live? Bagets=teenager lolo/lola=grandpa/grandma ate=older sister ang ganda ng panahon=the weather is so beautiful mahal kita=i love you! ayoko na sa'yo=i don't like you anymore these are some of the words,phrases and sentences in philippines
Answered by lava143 - Tue Sep 29 22:54:34 2009

Is there a difference between Tagalog and Filipino?
Q. Filipino or Tagalog? Is there really a difference? Sometimes, we just shrug this question off. It's easy to say these two don't have a difference since native speakers of these languages will not be strangers when they talk. They will understand each other completely. But technical translations demand more literal transfers. Consequently whether to use Filipino or Tagalog becomes a conscious question. When source words are without exact equivalents in Tagalog, here is where Filipino becomes useful. In a sense, one often resorts to using Filipino when "pure Tagalog" expressions can't be found. A translation therefore can be a mixture of Filipino or Tagalog, assuming that there is a clear line that distinguishes them from each other. … [cont.]
Asked by Friam Camson - Wed Jul 29 09:42:01 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. generally ~ 1.> " Filipino " is refers to Philippines people, and the language and dialects of Philippines people. but there's many dialects in the Philippines. in Luzon : Tagalog, Ilocano, Bicolano ka-Pampangan... Vizayas & Mindanao : Cebuano, Ilongo... 2.> " Tagalog " is one of them. and - is the Official " Filipino " language. - It is the main language of government, the media and education. - it is spoken by possibly more people than any other dialects. --- many countries also have the same situation, example: 1.> " Chinese " - refers to China people, and the language and dialects of China people. but there's also many dialects in China. "Mandarin" ( ) (Guan) ; "Yue" (Cantonese) ( ) , "Man" (Fujian or Taiwanese) ( ), "Wu" [cont.]
Answered by k c - Wed Jul 29 21:02:10 2009

How can I get my Rosetta Stone Tagalog to work on my MAC?
Q. I bought this Rosetta stone for Tagalog a while back and it worked perfectly on my pc. I just bought a MAC a few days ago and I can't get anything from my old pc to work on it. I know that it has to specify wether or not it is for pc or mac, but my Rosetta cd doesn't specify. Can anyone help me?
Asked by William S - Thu Dec 25 11:09:56 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It should specify. Unfortunatly, pretty much any software you used on your PC won't work on your Mac. That is very strange that it didn't specify, though. I'm sorry about that, but that's about all the help I can give.
Answered by Hazard - Thu Dec 25 11:15:28 2008

How do you say Happy Lunar New Year in Tagalog?
Q. I am sending greetings off to all my Asian friends. I know the Cantonese and Mandarin translations but I do not have the correct translation for Happy Lunar New Year in Tagalog. Thanks in advance.
Asked by Davey2005 - Wed Feb 6 21:45:08 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you're talking about the chinese lunar new year, filipinos simply say "kung hei fat choi".all filipinos know that. but if you prefer the tagalog translation, its "manigong bagong taon ng mga Intsik" "maligayang bagong taon ng mga intsik". (happy chinese new year) " in those translations, "lunar" was eliminated and replaced with chinese instead. but if you prefer the strict tagalog, which is never used, its "Maligayang bagong taon ng buwan"
Answered by 1x1 pic - Thu Feb 7 02:12:56 2008

What is the title of this tagalog dance song?
Q. I cant spell tagalog, but this is how the chorus sounds like: kuro-kuko, star star ... or kuro-kuko tars tars. I don't speak/understand tagalog much. But i went to philippines for vacation and during a disco I heard that song and i cant find it, please help me on the title. the kuro kuko star star star part might also be song by a group of girls. But overall, i think the song is sung by a group of guys and girls... and it's not kembot, i checked =( or boom tarat tarat, or itaktak mo. I kno it's weird...
Asked by mae - Mon Jul 2 10:08:16 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You did ok on spelling Tatalog for someone who can't spell Tagalog. Ooops I misread your question. I thought you were asking what's the best Tagalog dance song. We all know it's a coin toss between Boom tarat-tarat and Itak tak Mo. Now that I'm parked on this dang spot I'll have to find out for you :-( Sige na lagi! 5/5/07 - Still looking
Answered by Di'tagapayo - Mon Jul 2 11:13:41 2007