Filipino Language Learning Lecture Notes

Overview

• The lecture is part of a learning program introducing common Filipino words and phrases.
• Emphasizes the importance of regular review for language learning.
• Offers resources for further learning and mastery through FilipinoPod101.com.

Key Points

Introduction

• Purpose: To learn the 800 most common Filipino words and phrases.
• Structure: Each lesson will build on the previous ones, including review segments.
• Resources: Subscribers can access additional materials such as sentence examples and flashcard decks.

Common Filipino Words and Phrases

1. Kumusta - Hello

   • Example: "Kumusta Maria" — Hello Maria

2. Lang - Excuse me

   • Example: "Excuse me, have you seen my dog?"

3. Na - I'm sorry

   • Example: "I'm sorry, it won't happen again."

4. Magandang Gabi - Good night

   • Example: "Good night, I'll go now."

5. Gaga - Nice to meet you

   • Context: Used in formal greetings like "Nice to meet you, sir."

6. Kumusta Ka - How are you?

   • Example: "Hey, how are you?"

7. Oo - Yes

   • Example: "Oo, I understand."

8. Hindi - No

   • Example: "No, I don't like that."

9. Salamat - Thank you

   • Example: "Thank you, but I didn't order this."

10. Ako SI - I'm

    • Example: "Ako SI Erica" — I'm Erica

11. PA Alam - Goodbye

    • Example: "Goodbye, take care."

12. Masama - Bad

    • Example: "He's a bad boy."

13. Mabuti - Good

    • Example: "Vegetables are good for you."

14. Maganda - Pretty

    • Example: "Your dress is pretty."

15. Pangit - Ugly

    • Example: "The Ugly Duckling became a beautiful swan."

16. Madali - Easy

    • Example: "Renting a car is not always easy."

17. Mahira - Difficult

    • Example: "English is difficult."

18. Malapit - Near

    • Example: "I live near the University."

19. Malayo - Far

    • Example: "The woman is looking at something far away."

20. Maliit - Small

    • Example: "The car is small but very powerful."

Learning Tools and Strategies

• Flashcards: Use space repetition flashcards for long-term memory retention.
• Word Bank: Create a personal vocabulary collection.
• Vocabulary Slideshow: Use looped slideshow for continuous review.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to sign up for a free lifetime account to access full lessons and study tools.
• Continual practice using the resources provided will enhance language fluency.