Essential Tagalog Phrasebook & Dictionary

Essential Tagalog Phrasebook & Dictionary presents the practical language of everyday interactions, conveyed in a way that's clear, concise, accessible and enjoyable. It includes fundamental sentences used when meeting people, starting conversations, and asking and replying to questions, as well as a basic grammar and pronunciation guide to help you start speaking Tagalog right away.

Terms and phrases covering mobile phones, wireless and social media help you make the most of the language. In addition, sentences on the essentials of travel help visitors navigate the basics of arranging accommodations, dining out, dealing with transportation and emergencies and more.

This resource includes:

• Over 1,500 essential sentences for everyday use
• A glossary containing over 2,000 terms and expressions
• A handy format for finding the information you need quickly and easily
• Latest Tagalog vocabulary and phrases for smart phones, social media and more

In this book you'll find:

• Expressions for meeting people, asking and answering simple questions and starting up friendly conversations
• A pronunciation guide and grammar notes explaining the basic sounds and sentence patterns of the language
• New manga illustrations showing key phrases and situations
• Phrases for technology, WiFi, smartphones and social media
• A useful English-Tagalog dictionary so the right word and phrase is always at your fingertips!
• Travel tips, cultural notes and more-allowing you to interact with Tagalog speakers without making serious blunders

Whether you're a total beginner or have some experience with the language, this is a reference you'll turn to again and again when visiting the Philippines or interacting with Tagalog speakers.