Learn and Speak Filipino Easily
Your gateway to mastering the Filipino language
Unlock the beauty of Filipino communication effortlessly.
What you'll learn
- Basic conversational phrases
- Essential vocabulary for daily life
- Fundamental grammar rules
- Pronunciation tips for clarity
- Cultural insights and context
- Practical exercises for retention
About this book
This book is designed for anyone eager to learn Filipino in a simple and effective way. With clear explanations and practical exercises, readers will find themselves speaking Filipino with confidence in no time.
The structured approach ensures that learners grasp essential vocabulary and grammar while engaging with culturally relevant content. Whether for travel, work, or personal interest, this book is an invaluable resource for mastering the Filipino language.
Who this book is for
- Travelers planning to visit the Philippines
- Professionals working with Filipino clients
- Students interested in language learning
- Language enthusiasts seeking new challenges
- Anyone looking to connect with Filipino culture
Why read this book
- User-friendly layout for easy navigation
- Engaging content that keeps you motivated
- Practical examples to enhance understanding
- Cultural context to enrich your learning experience
About the language
Filipino is the standardized form of Tagalog, an Austronesian language. It is the national language of the Philippines and is spoken by about 83 million people as a first or second language.
Where it is spoken
Philippines
Writing system
Written left to right in the Latin alphabet today; in the past it was written in the Baybayin script.
Quick facts
- It has many Spanish loanwords, especially for numbers and days of the week.
- The modern Filipino alphabet has 28 letters, including Ñ and NG.
- The Philippines has more than 100 local languages, and Filipino links their speakers.
- Some Arabic words entered the language through Malay.
Why learn it
- Communicate with Filipino workers in the Gulf and the Arab world
- Travel easily in the Philippines
- Work in companies and hospitals with Filipino teams
Words shared with Arabic
- salamat — thank you, from Arabic salama via Malay
- alamat — legend, from Arabic alama (sign) via Malay
- hukom — judge, from Arabic hukm (ruling) via Malay
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
2,188 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Say it and get corrected
Tap the microphone and say the word — the app tells you right away whether you got it or came close.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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