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Work on some common greetings. Pick up on "yes," "no," "thank you," and similar key terms. Practice other common conversational phrases. Identify a few key food terms by name. Learn several helpful food phrases. Add some useful descriptive terms. Identify names for family members. Name some common animals in Tagalog. Count from 1-10 in Tagalog.
By practicing these phrases, you'll be able to greet friends and strangers alike in Tagalog. Good morning: Magandang umaga Good afternoon: Magandang hapon Good evening: Magandang gabi Hi: Hi Bye: Paalam Both "yes" and "no" have informal and formal versions in Tagalog. For "yes," say "opo" when talking to social superiors, such as people from an older generation, one's boss or teacher, or even the President or royalty. Simply use "oo" for "yes" for one's equals, those younger than you, or those of a lower social rank than you. Yes: Oo (informal) / Opo (formal) No: Hindi (informal) / Hindi po (formal) Thank you: Salamat po Thank you very much: Maraming salamat You're welcome: Walang anuman (literally, "nothing at all") "Po" is the correct word to show respect. Technically, it means "sir" or "ma'am." Add it after the phrase, such as with the formal "yes" and "no" or "thank you." With these, you'll be able to build upon greetings and conduct simple conversations. And if you have to mix in some English along the way to make your point, you'll probably be OK, since many Filipinos speak some English. But they're usually happy when you at least try to speak some Tagalog! My name is: Ang pangalan ko ay (your name) Are you OK?: Ayos ka lang ba? How are you?: Kamusta ka na? I'm fine: Ayos lang I love you: Mahal kita How much does it cost?: Magkano ba ito? Where is the restroom?: Nasaan ang banyo? Build your food vocabulary with the absolute basics, then you can slowly add in other names for foods and drinks. Food: Pagkain Water: Tubig Rice: Kanin In addition to naming foods, it's helpful to be able to make requests and describe your feelings regarding a meal. These phrases will help you converse with wait staff at a restaurant. Delicious: Masarap I'm hungry: Gutom na ako I'd like some food, please: Pakibigyan niyo po ako ng pagkain The food was delicious: Masarap ang pagkain. Learning some key adverbs and adjectives will help you to describe your surroundings and how you feel. They can help advance your Tagalog skills beyond the absolute basics. Beautiful: Maganda Ugly: Pangit Nice: Mabait Help: Tulong Helpful: Matulungin Dirty: Marumi Clean: Malinis Respect: Paggalang Respectful: Magalang These terms will help you to discuss your own family, and also meet and greet the family of your friends and new acquaintances. Mother: Ina Father: Ama Sister (eldest): Ate Brother (eldest): Kuya Youngest sibling: Bunso Grandma: Lola Grandpa: Lolo Uncle: Tito Aunt: Tita Niece/Nephew: Pamangkin Cousin: Pinsan These might come in handy if you want to talk about your pets, or if you visit a farm in the Philippines! Dog: Aso Puppy: Tuta Cat: Pusa Fish: Isda Cow: Baka Chicken: Manok Monkey: Unggoy Counting terms will help you when you're dealing with money, especially if you're bargaining for a better price. You'll also be able to tell your new friends how many more days your trip to the Philippines is going to last! 1: isa 2: dalawa 3: tatlo 4: apat 5: lima 6: anim 7: pito 8: walo 9: siyam 10: sampu