Language/Tagalog/Vocabulary/Hobbies-and-Interests
As someone who has been teaching Tagalog for over 20 years, I have seen numerous students getting excited to learn about topics that interest them. That is why today, we will be focusing on a fun topic: hobbies and interests. In this lesson, you will learn vocabulary for various activities such as sports, music, and movies, all of which will help you express yourself in Tagalog and connect with others who share similar interests.
Sports and Physical Activities
Filipinos love sports and physical activities, and you can see people exercise and play sports in public places such as parks and playgrounds. The following are some commonly played sports and physical activities in the Philippines:
Basketball
Tagalog: Basketbol Pronunciation: /bas-KEH-bol/ English: Basketball
Volleyball
Tagalog: Boleybol Pronunciation: /boh-LEY-bol/ English: Volleyball
Soccer
Tagalog: Futbol Pronunciation: /FOOT-bol/ English: Soccer
Table Tennis
Tagalog: Pingpong Pronunciation: /ping-PONG/ English: Table Tennis
Running
Tagalog: Takbo Pronunciation: /TAH-kboh/ English: Running
Dancing
Tagalog: Sayaw Pronunciation: /SAH-yaw/ English: Dancing
Martial Arts
Tagalog: Sining ng pakikipaglaban Pronunciation: /SEE-ning ng pah-kee-KEE-pag-la-BAN/ English: Martial Arts
Yoga
Tagalog: Yoga Pronunciation: /YOH-gah/ English: Yoga
Swimming
Tagalog: Paglangoy Pronunciation: /pahg-lan-GOY/ English: Swimming
Gymnastics
Tagalog: Hebo Pronunciation: /HEH-boh/ English: Gymnastics
Cycling
Tagalog: Pagbibisikleta Pronunciation: /pahg-bee-BEE-sik-leh-ta/ English: Cycling
Hiking
Tagalog: Pag-akyat ng bundok Pronunciation: /pahg-AH-kyat ng BOON-dok/ English: Hiking
Music
Music plays a crucial role in Filipino culture, and it is not surprising to find Filipinos playing instruments and singing everywhere. Here are some common musical instruments in the Philippines:
Guitar
Tagalog: Gitara Pronunciation: /gee-TAH-rah/ English: Guitar
Drums
Tagalog: Tugtugan Pronunciation: /toog-TOOG-ahn/ English: Drums
Piano
Tagalog: Piyesa ng musika Pronunciation: /pee-YEH-sah ng moo-SI-kah/ English: Piano
Ukulele
Tagalog: Kulele Pronunciation: /koo-LEH-leh/ English: Ukulele
Flute
Tagalog: Plawta Pronunciation: /plahw-TAH/ English: Flute
Violin
Tagalog: Biyolin Pronunciation: /bee-YOH-lin/ English: Violin
Harp
Tagalog: Harpa Pronunciation: /HAHR-pah/ English: Harp
Trumpet
Tagalog: Trompeta Pronunciation: /trom-PEH-tah/ English: Trumpet
Saxophone
Tagalog: Saksopono Pronunciation: /saksuh-POH-noh/ English: Saxophone
Bass Guitar
Tagalog: Bass Gitara Pronunciation: /bas gee-TAH-rah/ English: Bass Guitar
Movies
Filipinos enjoy watching movies, and you will find many theaters in malls and public markets. Popular genres such as action, comedy, and horror are a staple of the Filipino movie industry. Here are some related expressions and words:
Movie Theater
Tagalog: sinehan Pronunciation: /SEE-neh-hahn/ English: Movie Theater
Film
Tagalog: pelikula Pronunciation: /peh-LEE-koo-lah/ English: Film
Actor
Tagalog: aktor / artista Pronunciation: /AHK-tor/ /ahr-TIS-ta/ English: Actor
Actress
Tagalog: aktres / artista Pronunciation: /ahk-TREHS/ /ahr-TIS-ta/ English: Actress
Director
Tagalog: direktor Pronunciation: /di-REK-tor/ English: Director
Screenplay
Tagalog: elizabetha Pronunciation: /eh-lih-ZA-bet-ha/ English: Screenplay
Script
Tagalog: hulagway Pronunciation: /hoo-LAHG-way/ English: Script
Soundtrack
Tagalog: tugtugan ng pelikula Pronunciation: /toog-TOOG-ahn ng peh-LEE-koo-lah/ English: Soundtrack
Ticket
Tagalog: tiket Pronunciation: /TIH-keht/ English: Ticket
Quiz
Match the following words to their correct meaning:
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Basketbol | /bas-KEH-bol/ | A. Swimming |
| Boleybol | /boh-LEY-bol/ | B. Volleyball |
| Futbol | /FOOT-bol/ | C. Soccer |
| Tugtugan | /toog-TOOG-ahn/ | D. Drums |
| Piyesa ng musika | /pee-YEH-sah ng moo-SI-kah/ | E. Piano |
| Bumasa | /boo-MAH-sah/ | F. Read |
Conclusion
In conclusion, learning Tagalog vocabulary for hobbies and interests is a fun way to engage with others in the Filipino culture. By understanding the language of sports, music, and movies, you will be able to enhance your communication skills and also learn more about the rich culture of the Philippines. So why not try learning some of these words, and who knows, you might make new friends who share your interests!
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