Kamayan Style Christmas Dinner
For a multicultural household, holidays are always a combination of traditions. Since we had turkey for Thanksgiving, I wanted to...
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Top 10 Sentences Isabelle said in Tagalog
Sometimes I get discouraged teaching Isabelle Tagalog, because English is the dominant language in our home. We don’t have any close...
Meaning of “sadya” in different context
“sadya” is a noun that translates to “with purpose” or “with aim”. Growing up, I hear adults say “sadya” when they don’t want to be...
How do you say "sunset" in Tagalog?
August is “buwan ng wika” National Language month in the Philippines. Let’s celebrate our many languages with our favorite words. The...
Lessons on Sharing in Tagalog
In my family, concepts of sharing are not always equal. My mom is always encouraging me to “magpalamang kana lang, ikaw ang masmatanda”...
The Tagalog Project featured in podcast by TFAL Episode 89: "Alam ko na kaya mo!"
The Tagalog Project featured in This Filipino American Life: Episode 89: "Alam ko na kaya mo"
10 Things to say in Tagalog instead of "Stop Crying"
Life with a toddler is probably the toughest part of motherhood. These temperamental creatures can be all laughs and giggles one minute,...
How to say "No" in Tagalog
How do you say no to a toddler? Isabelle is at the age were she wants to assert control, so every day is a battle. I say 'no' to this,...