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Learn how to apologize in Filipino - fast and accurately! FilipinoPod101 makes it easy for you to make amends. Start with a bonus, and download your FREE cheat sheet - How to Improve Your Filipino Skills! (Logged-In Member Only) Table of Contents Common Ways to Say Sorry in Filipino How To Refuse Something Politely in Filipino Audio Lesson - Survival Phrases "How to Say Sorry" Why You Will NOT Be Sorry For Learning Filipino through FilipinoPod101 1. Common Ways to Say Sorry in Filipino Nobody’s perfect, not anywhere in the world. Everybody makes mistakes, and does and says regrettable things. Then it’s time to apologize, as saying ‘I’m sorry’ is not in vain. It can be very healing! Did you know that hearing a... Show more

When learning a new language, we must study so much more than words that are communicated verbally. Since body language constitutes about 60% of what people communicate, we must also learn what it means when people raise one eyebrow, shrug their shoulders, shake their head, or point with their lips. Each culture has its own idiosyncrasies, and Filipinos definitely have a lot of them in terms of body language.  In this article, we’ll talk about Filipino nonverbal gestures and find out what it means when someone draws a square in the air with their fingers, makes hissing or kissing noises, or holds their chin with their thumb and pointer finger.  Filipinos are all over the world, so I wouldn’t be surprised if you’ve already... Show more

The internet gives birth to different trends every now and then. Among them are internet slang words. Expressions like "ASL please," "CTC?" and "BRB" used to dominate the internet chat scene, particularly during the era of mIRC and Yahoo! Messenger. Now that we have FB Messenger, Twitter, Viber, and WhatsApp, the list has been expanding and will probably continue to do so. When sending Filipino text messages or chatting online, knowing the lingo is essential. There's not a lot of internet slang words in Filipino, but the ones that do exist can be very useful to know when you're communicating with Pinoy friends online or via text. In the Philippines, there are Filipino slang words that have been around even before the internet. And... Show more

One of the first things we do when learning a new language is build our vocabulary. Doing so helps us develop our comprehension of the language we’re learning. Once in a while, though, we encounter a word that has no equivalent term in our own language whatsoever. This is as true for Filipino as it is for any language. I wouldn’t be surprised if you, once or twice, have come across an unfamiliar Tagalog word and used Google Translate to learn its meaning—only for Google to return the same exact word.  Untranslatable Filipino words likely result from the abundance of dialects spoken in the Philippines—not to mention that the Philippines has been a melting pot of culture for so long. The Philippines may have Filipino as its national... Show more

If you're reading this, chances are you’re trying to find a way to give someone your name—in perfect Tagalog. As we all know, first impressions last. And to make a good one, you have to know what you’re doing. So, after searching for "My name is," in Tagalog, it's time to take it to the next level. So, how to introduce yourself in Filipino? As in many places, in the Philippines, there are different ways of introducing yourself. There are different approaches for when you're around buddies, older people, or in a corporate setting (unless your boss tossed all the rules and specifically requested you to call him by his nickname in a land called The Things that Never Happened). But hey, it can be a wild world sometimes. By the time you’re... Show more

There are many non-standard methods of learning a new language, but none seem more beloved and exciting than film-watching. Yes, you read that right. Watching movies is a great way to familiarize yourself with a language you’re learning. Watching Filipino movies, for instance, will help improve your vocabulary, your pronunciation, and even your comprehension of the Tagalog language. The Philippine cinema may not be as celebrated as, say, the American or European cinemas, but there’s no question that it’s home to many great filmmakers. In fact, several Filipino films have made it big internationally, and have, over the years, bagged prestigious awards. You may not be able to visit the nearest movie theaters anytime soon to watch... Show more

The television was first introduced to the Philippines in 1953, making the country the first in Southeast Asia (and second in Asia) to welcome what would be referred to by many as the "boob tube" or the "goggle box." It was ABS-CBN, the leading TV network in the country today, that first gave the television to the Filipino people. Since then, watching Filipino TV shows has been one of the country’s most favorite pastimes, with Filipino families spending a huge chunk of their day in front of the small screen. Even with the advent of the internet and online streaming sites, it can’t be denied that television remains the go-to media platform for consuming content for many Filipinos. Over the years, we’ve read articles and heard news saying... Show more

The Philippines is one of the most awesome countries in Southeast Asia. It’s a country with a very rich culture and breathtaking scenery. More importantly, it’s a place filled with kind and hospitable people. That’s why, despite the country’s imperfections, the Philippines never runs out of tourists and people who wish they could live here permanently. Being able to temporarily live in the country is also on the bucket list of many foreigners studying the Filipino language. One of the most common concerns for these individuals is where to find jobs in the Philippines. After all, there’s no better way to master a new language than to immerse oneself in the culture of the people who natively speak that language. If you’re wondering how... Show more

Do you often feel lonely and sad? Do you long for romance and are willing to do whatever it takes to meet that special person? Speaking another language could revolutionize your love life! So, why wait? Learning how to say ‘love’ in Filipino could be just what you need to find it. Or perhaps you were lucky, and have found your Filipino partner already. Fantastic! Yet, a cross-cultural relationship comes with unique challenges. Learning how to speak your lover’s language will greatly improve your communication and enhance the relationship. At FilipinoPod101, our team will teach you all the words, quotes and phrases you need to woo your Filipino lover with excellence! Our tutors provide personal assistance, with plenty of extra material... Show more

Can You Really Learn Filipino Alone? Learning a language on your own or without traditional classroom instruction may seem quite daunting at first. What if you run into questions? How do you stay motivated and on track to achieving goals? Don’t worry, not only is it possible to learn Filipino or any language without traditional classroom instruction: FilipinoPod101 has created the world’s most advanced and extensive online language learning system. Not only is FilipinoPod101 specifically designed to help you with learning a language on your own, it’s actually faster, more convenient, and less expensive than traditional classroom options! Let’s look at some of the benefits of learning Filipino or any language alone. Also, don't... Show more