About the Filipino Learning Accelerator project, how it works, and how to use it to improve your Filipino.

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Filipino, to improve your Filipino vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Filipino.

These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Filipino language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Filipino class. The more you expose your brain to Filipino audio, the faster you'll learn.

View the full list of English and Filipino phrases in this episode.

Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com

Phrases in this episode:

• I love Filipino!

Here are some basic phrases in Filipino. Just enough to get around and show that you’re making an effort!

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Filipino, to improve your Filipino vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Filipino.

These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Filipino language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Filipino class. The more you expose your brain to Filipino audio, the faster you'll learn.

View the full list of English and Filipino phrases in this episode.

Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com

Phrases in this episode:

• Hello!
• Excuse me.
• I'm sorry.
• I don’t speak Filipino.
• Thank you.
• You're welcome.
• Yes.
• No.
• What's your name?
• My name is...
• Nice to meet you.
• How are you?
• I'm doing great.
• Where’s the restroom?
• This, please.
• It was nice to meet you!
• See you later!
• Bye!

Some phrases for the early Filipino language learner, such as asking for language help and ending interactions gracefully.

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Filipino, to improve your Filipino vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Filipino.

These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Filipino language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Filipino class. The more you expose your brain to Filipino audio, the faster you'll learn.

View the full list of English and Filipino phrases in this episode.

Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com

Phrases in this episode:

• I have a question.
• Do you have a moment?
• What do you call this?
• I don't know how to say it.
• I don’t know what it’s called.
• I appreciate your patience.
• Thanks for the help!
• I'm here on business.
• I'm here on vacation.
• I'm traveling for fun.
• I’m here with my friend.
• I’m here with my partner.
• I’m here alone.
• I'm looking for work here.
• How may I be of service?
• Can you recommend a good book about Philippines?

Asking about places and getting directions!

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Filipino, to improve your Filipino vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Filipino.

These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Filipino language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Filipino class. The more you expose your brain to Filipino audio, the faster you'll learn.

View the full list of English and Filipino phrases in this episode.

Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com

Phrases in this episode:

• I'm lost.
• What street is this?
• What neighborhood is this?
• How far is Manila from here?
• How do I get to Manila?
• Can I get there by bus?
• Can you recommend a good hostel?
• Can you recommend a good coffee shop?
• Can you recommend a good beach?
• Are there any museums around here?
• What's your favorite place to hang out around here?
• Can you show me on the map?
• Where can I find an ATM?
• Where is the nearest supermarket?
• Where is the nearest hospital?

Phrases for the market, buying clothing and food.

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Filipino, to improve your Filipino vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Filipino.

These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Filipino language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Filipino class. The more you expose your brain to Filipino audio, the faster you'll learn.

View the full list of English and Filipino phrases in this episode.

Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com

Phrases in this episode:

• How much does this cost?
• It's beautiful but I don't want it!
• I like it.
• I love it.
• How do you wear this?
• Do you have more of these?
• Do you have this in a larger size?
• Do you have this in other colors?
• Do you have this in a smaller size?
• I'd like to buy this.
• Can I have a receipt?
• What is that?
• Is that medicinal?
• Does that have caffeine?
• Does that have sugar?
• Is that poisonous?
• Is that spicy?
• Is it very spicy?
• Is that from an animal?
• What part of this do you eat?
• How do you cook this?
• Does this need refrigeration?
• How long will this last before spoiling?

Let's grab a bite to eat. Useful Filipino phrases for a trip to a restaurant.

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Filipino, to improve your Filipino vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Filipino.

These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Filipino language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Filipino class. The more you expose your brain to Filipino audio, the faster you'll learn.

View the full list of English and Filipino phrases in this episode.

Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com

Phrases in this episode:

• I'm hungry.
• I haven't eaten yet today.
• Can you recommend a good restaurant?
• I'd like to make a takeout order.
• Do you have an available table?
• Can I make a reservation?
• I want to reserve a table for 4 at 7pm.
• Can I sit over there?
• I'm waiting for my friend.
• Can we sit somewhere else?
• Can I have a menu, please?
• What are today's specials?
• Do you have vegetarian options?
• I'm allergic to peanuts.
• What do you recommend?
• What ingredients does this dish contain?
• I'd like to order this dish.
• I’d like one of these.
• I'd like what that woman there is eating.
• What local beer do you have?
• Could I have a glass of water?
• Could you bring some napkins?
• Would it be possible to turn down the music a little?
• How long will my food take?
• The food was delicious.
• I’m still hungry.
• Do you have desserts?
• Can I have a dessert menu?
• I’m full.
• Can I have the check, please?
• Do you accept credit cards?
• How can I work off this debt?
• I just ate! It was delicious.

A little help with asking for help!

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Filipino, to improve your Filipino vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Filipino.

These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Filipino language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Filipino class. The more you expose your brain to Filipino audio, the faster you'll learn.

View the full list of English and Filipino phrases in this episode.

Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com

Phrases in this episode:

• Excuse me.
• I need help.
• Please.
• I don't understand.
• Can you help me?
• I have a question.
• Do you speak English?
• I only speak a little Filipino.
• Could you repeat that?
• Could you explain that again?
• Could you speak louder?
• Could you speak slower?
• Could you spell that?
• Can you write that down for me?
• How do you pronounce this word?
• What do you call this in Filipino?

More phrases for requesting help from people on your travels!

This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Filipino, to improve your Filipino vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Filipino.

These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Filipino language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Filipino class. The more you expose your brain to Filipino audio, the faster you'll learn.

View the full list of English and Filipino phrases in this episode.

Contact us with feedback and ideas: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com

Phrases in this episode:

• I need a doctor.
• I need a lawyer.
• I need a priest.
• Can you take a picture of me?
• Can you make a copy of this document?
• Can you lend me your phone charger?
• Can you fix this for me?
• Can you call a taxi for me?
• Can you lend me a hand?
• Can you turn on the lights?
• Can you turn off the lights?
• Can you wake me up at 10am?
• Can you give me some advice?
• Do you have a pencil?
• May I borrow a pen?
• Can you open the window?
• Can you close the window?
• What's the Wi-Fi network name?
• What's the Wi-Fi password?