There is definitely no shame when it comes to being lost, especially if it’s in a place that you are not very familiar with! Believe us- we understand you! That said, we came up with the best and easiest guide in giving directions in Tagalog for your next beach trip in the Philippines or even when you decide to stay there for a long time!
Along with the directions that will surely help you in navigating a very big country like the Philippines with a lot of streets and corners, we also made a list of the phrases that can help you when you want to ask for it. Better to be safe than sorry, right?
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Giving Directions In Tagalog? This Is How!
Ready for your next Tagalog lesson? We have the best words and phrases to help you build your Tagalog vocabulary in no time! If you want to go shopping at a certain Philippine mall or perhaps visit a well-known destination but you don’t know how, these will surely save you time and energy when you use them!
These will also surely save you time in clicking that Google search while also immersing yourself in a new language that will surely captivate you the more you study and learn about it!
Some Phrases That Can Help You In Asking And Giving Directions In Tagalog!
It definitely does not end with those famous Tagalog words above because we also have a handful of phrases that you might want to use whenever!
If you get lost without even trying, or you take joy in helping people get back on track whenever they don’t know which way to take, these will surely be your cup of tea.
2 Useful Ways That Can Help You When You Are Lost!
Hopefully, you don’t find yourself using these methods when you visit the busy and bustling streets of the Philippines! But in case you do, these ways will surely help you get back on the road and go to the destination of your choice. Buckle up and get ready because these helpful ways will make your trip easier and safer!
Google Maps/Waze
An oldie but a goodie, these applications will be your next best friend should you ever find yourself in the beautiful and scenic nation of the Philippines. If you are commuting into the country and want to be one with the locals, Google Maps will surely help you with that. Because it is very accurate when it comes to giving directions and which are the most convenient roads to take, you will certainly reach one point to another easily!
If you are driving, the Waze app can help you find the best and the most convenient routes to take. That said, these two applications are not just a great way to receive directions, but they will also allow you to take the roads and streets that are the most convenient too.
Ask The Locals!
If you are not much of a fan of using applications, you might just want to ask the Filipinos while you are there! Filipinos are known to be very hospitable and accommodating, so if you are lost and don’t know where to go, just approach the nearest person you can find while using the phrases we just mentioned, and you might just be good to go!
If you are a bit hesitant and don’t know who to approach, you can also ask local security guards and police desks for assistance too!
How Do You Say Directions In Tagalog?
The Tagalog word for directions is tungo where it exactly talks about where you are going or the direction you are heading to.
However, you can also say gawi if you are referring to an area or side of the direction you’re going to.
On the other hand, many Filipinos today just use the word direksyon instead.
More Sentences For Practicing Directions In Tagalog
Did you enjoy the Tagalog lesson above? If you want to dive deep into more Tagalog vocabulary, here are some easy Tagalog sentences to practice:
Frequently Asked Questions About Giving Directions In Tagalog
What Is The Tagalog Slang For Directions?
Many Filipinos will say ‘dun which is a shortened Tagalog word for doon (there). Other times, they will just say dyan sa may (it’s just near).. or tumambling ka lang sa.. which is actually coming from the Filipino gay slang to say “just go to”.
Actually, many Filipinos tend to do more gestures than saying the word. If you catch a Filipino pouting their lips to the direction where you need to go, that is already their way of giving directions in Tagalog.
What Language Do Filipinos Use When Giving Directions?
In general, Filipinos will say the Tagalog word for left (kaliwa), right (kanan), front/ahead (sa unahan), or back (sa likod). Most Filipinos won’t use deep Tagalog words if you’re asking for directions. They sometimes will even talk to you in English or Taglish, which is combined Tagalog and English, if they know you can’t speak Tagalog or their local dialect or language. So it’s really easy to go to where you want to be in the Philippines!
How Do I Learn Directions In Tagalog Faster?
Directions in Tagalog, just like any other vocabulary, will be easy to learn if you say it out loud while practicing it with another person. Don’t know where to start learning Tagalog faster? Your practice partner doesn’t need to be fluent in Tagalog as long as both of you know what the meaning of those Tagalog words is. But, of course, the best and most practical way of learning is by mimicking the way the native Tagalog speakers talk. Would you need a Filipino friend? Not really, but it is a huge advantage.
Navigate Your Way In The Philippines With The Ling App!
Are you traveling to the Philippines soon? We hope this article has helped you understand words and phrases related to giving directions in Tagalog. Ready to explore the Philippines? Know more words as well as phrases with the Ling app!
Whether you use this app or just listen to more native Filipino speakers, talk about directions is up to you. We believe that just practicing daily will highly boost your memory retention and even encourage language learning methods like the Spaced Repetition System (SRS).
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