Learn Tagalog from English

The 1,000 most common Tagalog words for English speakers

Why Learn Tagalog?

Tagalog is one of the world's most widely spoken languages. Learning the 1,000 most common words will help you understand approximately 80% of everyday conversations. This comprehensive vocabulary list provides a solid foundation for English speakers who want to master Tagalog.

Quick Facts About Tagalog

How to Use This Vocabulary List

  1. Start Small: Begin with 20-30 words per day to avoid overwhelm
  2. Practice Pronunciation: Say each word out loud to improve your accent
  3. Use in Context: Create sentences using new words to improve retention
  4. Review Regularly: Review previous words weekly to reinforce your memory
  5. Focus on Categories: Study nouns, verbs, and adjectives separately to understand patterns
  6. Track Progress: Use word ranges to track how many words you've learned

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Common Phrases

Essential Tagalog phrases for everyday situations:

Complete Vocabulary List

All 1,000 words (1050 shown):

theang
bemaging
tosa
ofng
andat
aisang
insa
thatna
havemayroon
Iako
itito
forpara sa
nothindi
onsa
withkasama
hesiya
asbilang
youikaw
dogawin
atsa
thisito
butngunit
hiskanya
frommula sa
theysila
wekami
saysabihin
herkanya
shesiya
oro
anisang
willkalooban
myaking
oneisa
alllahat
woulday
theredoon
theirkanilang
whatano
sokaya
uppataas
outlabas
ifkung
abouttungkol sa
whosino
getmakakuha
whichalin
gopumunta
meako
whenkailan

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many words do I need to learn Tagalog?

Learning the 1,000 most common Tagalog words covers approximately 80% of everyday conversations. This vocabulary list provides a solid foundation for communication.

How long does it take to learn Tagalog vocabulary?

If you study 20-30 words per day, you can master all 1,000 words in about 1-2 months. Consistency is key to language learning success.

Is Tagalog difficult for English speakers?

The difficulty depends on language similarity. Tagalog shares some similarities with English, making it relatively accessible for English speakers.

How should I use this vocabulary list?

Start with the first 100 words, practice pronunciation daily, use words in sentences, and review regularly. Focus on one category or topic at a time for better retention.

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