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Why Learn Tagalog?

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First spoken by the Tagalog people, a major ethnic group of the Philippines, the Tagalog language is spoken by nearly 30 million people as their first language. Another 55 million people speak Tagalog as their second language. Tagalog’s standardized form is known as Filipino, which is an alternate identifier as the main language of the Philippines. An intricate language with subtle differences throughout the Philippines, One of the most widely spoken languages in Southeast Asia, Tagalog is also the official language of ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

If you’d like to travel to the Philippines or simply want to learn more about the fascinating culture of Southeast Asia, learning the Tagalog language is a useful skill – and a rewarding one! With Pimsleur’s Tagalog lessons, you’ll enjoy:

  • Expanded & enhanced travel opportunities
  • Meaningful conversations with native Tagalog speakers
  • A deeper appreciation of Filipino culture
  • An enjoyable, unforgettable experience as you learn to speak Tagalog

Our customers choose Pimsleur for a variety of reasons; some want to connect with a relative or friend they’ve found online. Others want to simply grow their knowledge base. Whatever your reason is to learn Tagalog, Pimsleur will have you speaking the language in no time!

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The Best Way to Learn the Tagalog Language

Pimsleur’s entire catalog of language courses, including Tagalog, is based on the Pimsleur Method™, developed by Dr. Paul Pimsleur (1927-1976). This technique, based on four main concepts, laid the foundation for our current instruction method, which has proved to be one of the most effective programs for learning the Tagalog language. The Pimsleur Method is built on Organic Learning, Core Vocabulary, the Principle of Anticipation, and Graduated Interval Recall.

To learn Tagalog the right way, Pimsleur’s instruction platform provides a multi-tier approach, with plentiful resources to ensure you grasp key words, quickly learn to speak conversationally, and nail down the correct pronunciation of the Tagalog language.

Our self-paced Tagalog courses include helpful resources like reading lessons, skill-building, Speed Round games, digital flash cards, Voice Coach AI pronunciation feedback, and other fun & challenging activities that ensure you reach important milestones at a rapid rate. By learning a key group of Tagalog words and sentence structures, you’ll soon recall the correct phrase or word to use in everyday, practical conversations.

Plus, Pimsleur’s mobile-friendly platform gives you endless opportunities to learn wherever you are and whenever you’d like! Whether you’re doing the dishes, taking the dog for a walk, or simply relaxing at home, it’s always a great time to learn Tagalog, and we’ll give you every chance to do so!

Why Choose Pimsleur for Tagalog Lessons?

Pimsleur empowers anyone wanting to learn Tagalog – including you! We have thousands of satisfied clients in multiple countries, and our customers learn quickly with Pimsleur’s Tagalog lessons…no textbooks, no needless repetition, or grammar lessons. Study Tagalog in the most efficient way possible – by listening and participating in actual conversation! Simply hearing words is one of the best ways to build your memory as you learn Tagalog. Similar to a child learning a new language by listening, we empower your learning journey by allowing you to hear, absorb, and acquire new Tagalog words and phrases with ease.

Our streamlined approach to learning Tagalog is the best way to start speaking the language in just a few weeks. Start learning Tagalog today with Pimsleur!

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Common Questions About Learning Tagalog

Is Tagalog a difficult language to learn?

Tagalog used to be difficult to learn, prior to Pimsleur’s innovative learning platform. We connect you directly to the core of the language, which helps simplify and streamline the process. When you learn Tagalog, you’re most likely (depending on your linguistic knowledge) learning an entirely new way to speak. With our user-friendly (and fun!) Tagalog courses at your disposal, you’ll quickly learn key words and phrases, and build upon your newfound knowledge with each passing lesson. It helps to study Tagalog the efficient way, without all the noise and confusion – and that’s exactly how you’ll learn the Tagalog language with Pimsleur!

How long does it take to learn Tagalog?

Previously, it could take someone weeks and months to learn Tagalog. But how do days and weeks sound? In fact, Pimsleur customers start to speak Tagalog after their first lesson. Since we help you learn new languages like a child – with listening and active participation as core elements of our program – your learning curve is drastically compressed. You’ll excel with our Tagalog lessons, which include Digital Flash Cards, Speed Round Games, Speak Easy Challenges, and more.

What are the main challenges when learning the Tagalog language?

While some languages contain words that mimic English words, Tagalog words are totally different and unrelated to native English speakers. Complex pronoun usage comes into play when you learn Tagalog; trying to express “I” or “me” takes on completely different rules in Tagalog. Plus, verb usage presents a challenge when learning to speak Tagalog. Even beyond the pronoun and verb usage, you’ll also have to tackle a somewhat difficult method for pronouncing words and phrases. Speaking of pronunciation…

How important is pronunciation in learning Tagalog?

There are more than 20 unique phonemes (speech sounds) within Tagalog. And while Tagalog uses the Latin alphabet, the noun-verb structure doesn’t directly correlate with English; Tagalog has five vowels like English, but also has four diphthongs. In order to learn Tagalog, you’ll have to pronounce words and sounds with varied emphasis and pace, with a focus on context, and knowing when to emphasize certain sounds. This is where our Voice Coach with AI pronunciation feedback is so critical – and it’s just one of the tools that’ll help you learn the Tagalog language with correct pronunciation.

Is the Tagalog course suitable for complete beginners?

You don’t need any knowledge of the language to learn to speak Tagalog. Even if you’ve never read or spoken a word, we’ll get you speaking Tagalog conversationally. Novice learners excel with both regular and impromptu learning windows, and our take-anywhere app ensures you can take Tagalog lessons at home, on the go, or anywhere in between!
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