Tagalog for Beginners: An Introduction to Filipino, the National Language of the Philippines

Tagalog for Beginners: An Introduction to Filipino, the National Language of the Philippines by Joi Barrios

This is the book to help you learn Tagalog (Filipino) on your own, easily and accurately--whether you're travelling to the Philippines for a vacation or a business trip, or you have ties to the large Tagalog-speaking community in the U.S., or you're simply a language lover.

From the fascinating history of Philippines' language to how you speak it, join skilled teacher Barrios on a guided introduction--with a practical focus.

After journeying through the carefully-paced explanations, conversations, cultural info, and activities in Tagalog for Beginners, learners will be able to use Tagalog (Filipino) in a wide range of common situations. From shopping for food to asking directions, from telling time to expressing how you feel, this book gives you the communication skills you need.

A special section guides native (heritage) learners and instructors on how to use the book most effectively for their needs.

Tagalog for Beginners: An Introduction to Filipino, the National Language of the Philippines - About the Author

Joi Barrios holds a Ph.D. in Filipino Literature from the University of the Philippines. She serves as a Lecturer teaching Filipino and Philippine Literature at the University of California, Berkeley while on leave as an Associate Professor from the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD). Barrios has won fourteen national literary awards and, for her contributions to literature, was among the 100 women chosen as Weavers of History for the Philippine Centennial Celebration. In 2004, she also received the TOWNS (Ten Outstanding Women in the Nation's Service) Award.