Life in the Philippines

Tagalog is one of many languages in the
Philippines but is the largest base of the Philippine National language of Philipino. Tagalog has an influence from many other languages including English, Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese to name a few. While many people speak English, not all areas speak it fluent enough for communication and my Tagalog is limited to a few words I have learned since arrival. I hope to learn more over time. There are a few useful Tagalog terms

Welcome Is Mabuhay!

Goodbye Is Paalam!

Grandfather is Lolo and Grandmother is Lola
 

Lolo and Lola are words that the housekeeper taught Ariel so she would know what children here called their grandparents.

I’ve never been able to grasp foreign languages quickly but I hope to pick up a few words to help me find the things I need when we are away from the
Manila area.