Language/Tagalog/Vocabulary/Hobbies-and-Interests
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Welcome to another exciting lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Tagalog Course"! Today, we are venturing into the vibrant world of hobbies and interests. Understanding how to express what you love to do—be it sports, music, or movies—is essential in building connections with others in a new language. This lesson will not only introduce you to useful vocabulary but also empower you to share your passions and learn about others' interests.
Before we dive in, let’s outline what you can expect in this lesson:
- Introduction to vocabulary related to hobbies and interests
- Detailed examples to illustrate each point
- Exercises for practice and application
- Solutions and explanations for each exercise
So, grab a cup of your favorite drink, and let’s get started!
Understanding Hobbies and Interests[edit | edit source]
Hobbies and interests are a crucial part of our lives. They reflect our personalities and help us connect with like-minded individuals. In Tagalog, discussing hobbies can lead to deeper conversations and friendships. Here are some categories we will cover:
1. Sports
2. Music
3. Movies
4. Arts and Crafts
5. Reading
6. Traveling
7. Gardening
Let’s take a look at vocabulary related to each of these categories.
Vocabulary for Hobbies and Interests[edit | edit source]
Sports[edit | edit source]
Sports are a great way to stay active and make friends. Here are some common sports-related vocabulary words:
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| basketball | baskitbol | basketball |
| football | putbol | football |
| volleyball | bolleyball | volleyball |
| swimming | paglangoy | swimming |
| tennis | tenis | tennis |
| running | pagtakbo | running |
| cycling | pagbibisikleta | cycling |
| boxing | boksing | boxing |
| badminton | badminton | badminton |
| hiking | pamumundok | hiking |
Music[edit | edit source]
Whether you’re a fan of traditional Filipino music or modern pop, music is a universal language!
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| kanta | kan-ta | song |
| musika | mu-si-ka | music |
| gitara | gi-ta-ra | guitar |
| piyano | pi-ya-no | piano |
| boses | bo-ses | voice |
| konsert | kon-cert | concert |
| sayaw | sa-yaw | dance |
| banda | ban-da | band |
| kompositor | kom-po-si-tor | composer |
| tagapagsalita | ta-ga-pag-sa-li-ta | speaker |
Movies[edit | edit source]
Movies are a popular pastime, and they provide a fantastic way to practice your listening skills in Tagalog.
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| pelikula | pe-li-ku-la | movie |
| aktor | ak-tor | actor |
| aktres | ak-tres | actress |
| direktor | di-rek-tor | director |
| senaryo | se-nar-yo | screenplay |
| karakter | ka-ra-ker | character |
| kuwento | ku-wen-to | story |
| pagsusuri | pag-su-su-ri | review |
| tiket | ti-ket | ticket |
| sinehan | si-ne-han | cinema |
Arts and Crafts[edit | edit source]
Expressing creativity through arts and crafts can be fulfilling and fun!
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| sining | si-ning | art |
| pagpipinta | pag-pi-pin-ta | painting |
| pag-ukit | pag-u-kit | carving |
| paggawa ng palamuti | pag-ga-wa ng pa-la-mu-ti | crafting decorations |
| pagkulay | pag-ku-lay | coloring |
| pagsusulat | pag-su-su-lat | writing |
| potograpiya | po-to-gra-pi-ya | photography |
| eskultura | es-kul-tu-ra | sculpture |
| disenyo | di-sen-yo | design |
| sining biswal | si-ning bis-wal | visual arts |
Reading[edit | edit source]
Reading is a wonderful way to expand your knowledge and imagination.
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| libro | li-bro | book |
| magbasa | mag-ba-sa | read |
| kwento | kwen-to | story |
| nobela | no-be-la | novel |
| magasin | ma-ga-zin | magazine |
| pahayagan | pa-ha-ya-gan | newspaper |
| tula | tu-la | poem |
| aklat | ak-lat | textbook |
| manunulat | ma-nu-nu-lat | writer |
| pagbabasa | pag-ba-ba-sa | reading |
Traveling[edit | edit source]
Traveling can be an adventure filled with new experiences!
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| paglalakbay | pag-la-lak-bay | travel |
| biyahe | bi-ya-he | trip |
| destinasyon | des-ti-na-syon | destination |
| pagbisita | pag-bi-si-ta | visit |
| turista | tu-ris-ta | tourist |
| pasaporte | pa-sa-por-te | passport |
| eroplano | e-ro-plano | airplane |
| tren | tren | train |
| hotel | ho-tel | hotel |
| pakikipagsapalaran | pa-ki-ki-pag-sa-pa-la-ran | adventure |
Gardening[edit | edit source]
Gardening is not only relaxing; it also connects us with nature.
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| hardin | har-din | garden |
| pagtatanim | pag-ta-ta-nim | planting |
| bulaklak | bu-lak-lak | flower |
| gulay | gu-lay | vegetable |
| prutas | pru-tas | fruit |
| lupa | lu-pa | soil |
| tubig | tu-big | water |
| mga buto | ma-ngah bu-to | seeds |
| pag-aalaga | pag-a-la-ga | caring |
| pananim | pa-na-nim | crop |
Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now that we have covered a wealth of vocabulary, it's time to put your skills to the test! Here are ten exercises designed to reinforce what you've learned.
Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching[edit | edit source]
Match the Tagalog word to its English translation.
1. basketball
2. libro
3. paglalakbay
4. gulay
5. musika
- a. travel
- b. music
- c. vegetable
- d. book
- e. basketball
Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]
Fill in the blanks with the correct Tagalog word.
1. I love playing ______ (basketball).
2. She enjoys ______ (reading).
3. His hobby is ______ (gardening).
4. They like ______ (traveling).
5. We listen to ______ (music).
Exercise 3: True or False[edit | edit source]
Determine if the statements are true or false.
1. "Pagbabasa" means "traveling". (True / False)
2. "Pagpipinta" is related to art. (True / False)
3. "Pelikula" refers to music. (True / False)
4. "Hardin" is a garden. (True / False)
5. "Banda" means band in English. (True / False)
Exercise 4: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]
Create sentences using the following words.
1. swimming
2. traveling
3. gardening
4. reading
5. music
Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]
In pairs, role-play a conversation where you discuss your favorite hobby. Use at least five vocabulary words from this lesson.
Exercise 6: Translation Exercise[edit | edit source]
Translate the following sentences into Tagalog.
1. I watch movies every weekend.
2. She plays the guitar beautifully.
3. They travel to different countries.
4. We love to read books.
5. He enjoys swimming in the pool.
Exercise 7: Crossword Puzzle[edit | edit source]
Create a crossword puzzle using vocabulary words from this lesson.
Exercise 8: Word Search[edit | edit source]
Create a word search with at least ten vocabulary words from this lesson.
Exercise 9: Group Discussion[edit | edit source]
In a group, discuss the hobbies of each member and how they started their interests.
Exercise 10: Presentation[edit | edit source]
Choose a hobby you enjoy and prepare a short presentation about it in Tagalog, using vocabulary from this lesson.
Answers and Explanations[edit | edit source]
Here are the answers to the exercises for your reference.
Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching[edit | edit source]
1. e
2. d
3. a
4. c
5. b
Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]
1. basketball
2. reading
3. gardening
4. traveling
5. music
Exercise 3: True or False[edit | edit source]
1. False
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. True
Exercise 4: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]
1. I enjoy swimming every summer.
2. Traveling opens my eyes to new cultures.
3. Gardening is my favorite way to relax.
4. I love reading novels before bed.
5. Listening to music helps me focus.
Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]
(Encourage students to be creative and use the vocabulary in a natural conversation.)
Exercise 6: Translation Exercise[edit | edit source]
1. Nanood ako ng pelikula tuwing katapusan ng linggo.
2. Maganda ang kanyang pag-gitara.
3. Naglalakbay sila sa iba't ibang bansa.
4. Mahilig kaming magbasa ng mga libro.
5. Gustung-gusto niyang lumangoy sa pool.
Exercise 7: Crossword Puzzle[edit | edit source]
(Students should create their own puzzles using vocabulary.)
Exercise 8: Word Search[edit | edit source]
(Students should create their own word search.)
Exercise 9: Group Discussion[edit | edit source]
(Encourage students to share their hobbies and how they started.)
Exercise 10: Presentation[edit | edit source]
(Students should present in Tagalog, using vocabulary from this lesson.)
Congratulations on completing this lesson on hobbies and interests! Remember, practicing these new words and using them in conversations will help you become more fluent in Tagalog. Keep exploring and expressing yourself through your hobbies!
Videos[edit | edit source]
HOBBIES AND SPORTS - Useful Tagalog Phrases | Learn Filipino ...[edit | edit source]
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Best Guide To 40+ Tagalog Words About Hobbies - Ling App
- Tagalog Works | Filipino tattoos, Filipino recipes, Tagalog
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