Best List of 500 Common Tagalog Phrases for Travel

Are you a jetsetter? Is the Philippines is the next on your travel bucket list?

If you said yes to either one of these questions then you need the best list of Tagalog phrases for travel!

It’s hard to not see the Philippines in any social media posts nowadays.

You cannot blame the tourists and influencers! The Philippines has hundreds of islands, beaches, mountains, and spectacular cities to explore.

With many locations to see, you’ll need to have a couple of words to use when engaging with Filipinos while shopping, asking for directions, or ordering food.

So, as a traveler myself, let me share some Tagalog phrases for travel that have been proven essential for me, even as a local.

What Are Some Tagalog Phrases for Travel?

Start with the list of 50 useful words and phrases in Tagalog:

1. Kamusta – Hi/Hello!
2. Kamusta ka? – How are you?
3. Patawad – I’m sorry.
4. Ipagpaumanhin nyo po. – Excuse me.
5. Paalam, (Sa muling pagkikita.) – Goodbye (see you).
6. Ano ang pangalan mo? – What’s your name?
7. Ang pangalan ko ay. – My name is…
8. Mayroon akong isang kapatid na lalaki. – I have one younger brother.
9. Ako ay nag tatrabaho sa … – I work at…
10. Ikinagagalak kitang makilala. – Nice to meet you.
11. Katapusan ng linggo – Weekend
12. Umaga – Morning
13. Gabi – Night
14. Anong oras na ngayon? – What time is it?
15. (time) …na. – It’s… (time).
16. Ano? – What?
17. Sino? – Who?
18. Magkano? – How much?
19. Ako ay nagugutom. – I’m hungry.
20. Nakapag reserba na ako ng lamesa. – I’ve already reserved a table.
21. Gusto kong umorder ng… – I would like to order…
22. Maaari ko bang makuha ang bayarin? – May I have the bill?
23. Saan ang pamilihan? – Where’s a shopping center?
24. Gusto kong bumili ng… – I would like to buy…
25. Magkano ito? – How much is it?
26. Gusto ko itong ibalik. – I would like to return this.
27. Pwede mo ba akong bigyan ng discount. – Can you give a discount?
28. Dumiretso – Go straight
29. Liko sa kaliwa / kanan – Turn left / right
30. Malayo – Far away
31. Dito – Here
32. Sunod sa – Next to
33. Saan ang Istasyon ng tren? – Where is the train station?
34. Saan ako makakabili ng Ticket? – Where can I buy a ticket?
35. Magkano ang ticket na ito? – How much is this ticket?
36. Saan ang banyo? – Where is the restroon?
37. Nasaan tayo? – Where are we?
38. Tulong! – Help
39. Naiwala ko ang walet ko. – I lost my wallet.
40. Gusto ko pumunta sa pulisya. – I want to go to the police office.
41. Masama ang pakiramdam ko. – I feel sick.
42. Pakitawagan ang doktor. – Please call the doctor.
43. Hindi ako hiyang sa… – I’m allergic to…
44. Ambulansya – Ambulance
45. Sakit ng ulo – Headache
46. Gusto ko magpa reserba. – I’d like to make reservation.
47. Kasama ba ang Almusal? – Is breakfast inclued?
48. Paano ako makakarating sa Hotel? – How can I get to the hotle?
49. Gusto ko ng nag iisang kwarto. – I want a single room.
50. Nakalimutan ko ang susi ng kwarto. – I forgot the room key.

How Do You Say I Want To Travel To The Philippines?

Do you remember the Tagalog word for Travel? If not, it is paglalakbay. Play

But, if you want to say, “I want to travel to the Philippines” in Tagalog, you should say “Gusto ko pumunta ng Pilipinas.”Play

Check Out More Tagalog Vocabulary While Traveling

Greetings In Tagalog

Met a cool kuya (lit. brother) or ate (lit. sister) that is helping you as a guide or assisting you with accommodations?

If you want to greet the Filipino people, here are some greetings in Tagalog to go by.

English	Tagalog
Hi/Hello!	Kamusta
Good morning!	Magandang umaga
Good afternoon!	Magandang Hapon
Good evening!	Magandang Gabi
Good night!	Magandang Gabi
How are you?	Kamusta ka?
Fine.	Mabuti
Thank you (to a younger person)	Salamat
Thank you (to an older person)	Salamat po
Thank you.	Salamat
I’m sorry.	Patawad
Goodbye.	Paalam
Never mind.	Walang Problema
Do you speak English?	Nakakapag salita ka ba ng Ingles?
Do you speak Thai?	Nakakapag salita ka ba ng Thai?
Do you speak German?	Nakakapag salita ka ba ng German?
Yes, I do.	Oo, Kaya ko.
No, I don’t.	Hindi, Hindi ko kaya.
I don’t understand.	Hindi ko maintindihan.
Please speak more slowly.	Pakiusap, Kung maaari ay mag salita ng mabagal?
You’re welcome.	Walang Anuman.
Yes	Oo
No	Hindi
Okay	Okay
Right	Tama
Wrong	Mali
Excuse me.	Ipagpaumanhin nyo po.
I see.	Okay / I see
I don’t know.	Hindi ko alam.
No problem.	Walang problema.
Good luck!	Good luck
Take care!	Ingat
Cheers!	Cheers
Cute	Maganda
Beautiful	Maganda
Please	Pakiusap
Goodbye (see you).	Paalam, (Sa muling pagkikita.)
Good night. Sweet dreams.	Magandang Gabi, Sweetdreams.

Basic Conversation In Tagalog

Don’t be shy! Strike up some conversations in Tagalog!

Who knows? You might meet a Filipino friend along the way.

English	Tagalog
What’s your name?	Ano ang pangalan mo?
My name is…	Ang pangalan ko ay.
Where do you come from?	Saan ka nanggaling?
I come from…(country).	Ako ay namula sa …( Bansa )
How old are you?	Ilang taon ka na?
I’m 25 years old.	Ako ay 25 taong Gulang.
How many siblings do you have?	Ilang ang mga kapatid mo?
I have one younger brother.	Mayroon akong isang kapatid na lalaki.
I have two older sisters.	Mayroon akong Dalawang Kapatid na Bababe.
Where do you work?	Saan ka nag tatrabahao?
I work at…	Ako ay nag tatrabaho sa ….
Where do you study?	Saan ka nag aaral?
I study at…	Ako ay nag aaral sa …
Can I have your name card?	Maasri ba akong humingi ng iyong Name card?
Nice to meet you.	Ikinagagalak kitang makilala.
I’m a college student.	Ako ay isang estudyante sa kolehiyo
Are you students?	Isa ka bang Mag aaral?
Keep in touch!	Sana manatili tayong magkausap/ Balitaan mo ako

Numbers In Tagalog

Numbers are important when buying souvenirs or ordering food at a local diner or restaurant. Here are basic Tagalog numbers to use in the Philippines.

English	Tagalog
Zero	Sero
One	Isa
Two	Dalawa
Three	Tatlo
Four	Apat
Five	Lima
Six	Anim
Seven	Pito
Eight	Walo
Nine	Siyam
Ten	Sampu
Eleven	Labing-isa
Twelve	Labing-Dalawa
Thirteen	Labing-Tatlo
Fourteen	Labing-Apat
Fifteen	Labing-Lima
Sixteen	Labing-Anim
Seventeen	Labing-Pito
Eighteen	Labing-Walo
Nineteen	Labing-Siyam
Twenty	Dalawampu
Twenty One	Dalawampu’t isa
Twenty Two	Dalawampu’t Dalawa
Twenty Three	Dalawampu’t Tatlo
Twenty Four	Dalawampu’t Apat
Twenty Five	Dalawampu’t Lima
Twenty Six	Dalawampu’t Anim
Twenty Seven	Dalawampu’t Pito
Twenty Eight	Dalawampu’t Walo
Twenty Nine	Dalawampu’t Siyam
Thirty	Tatlumpu
Forty	Apatnapu
Fifty	Limampu
Sixty	Animnapu
Seventy	Pitumpu
Eighty	Walumpu
Ninety	Siyamnapu
One hundred	Isang-daan
One thousand	Isang-Libo
Ten thousand	Sampung-Libo
Hundred thousand	Daang-Libo
One million	Isang Milyon

Time and Date In Tagalog

Don’t be late for your tour schedule! Itineraries are important when traveling, specially in a huge tourist place like the Philippines.

So, check out the time and date in Tagalog and you’ll always be on the dot for your next trip!

English	Tagalog
Monday	Lunes
Tuesday	Martes
Wednesday	Miyerkules
Thursday	Huwebes
Friday	Biyernes
Saturday	Sabado
Sunday	Linggo
Weekday	Weekday
Weekend	Katapusan ng linggo
January	Enero
February	Pebrero
March	Marso
April	Abril
May	Mayo
June	Hunyo
July	Hulyo
August	Agosto
September	Septyembre
October	Octubre
November	Nobyembre
December	Desyembre
Morning	Umaga
Noon	Tanghali
Afternoon	Hapon
Evening	Gabi
Night	Gabi
Midnight	HatingGabi
Day	Araw
Hour	Oras
Minute	Minuto
Second	Segundo
O’clock	Alas
O’clock	Alas
Time	Oras
2:00 AM	Ika-dalawa ng umaga
6:00 AM	Ika-anim ng umaga
3:00 PM	Ikatlo ng hapon
6:00 PM	Ika-anim ng gabi
7:00 PM	Ika-pito ng gabi
9:15 AM	Ika-siyam at labing lima ng umaga
10:30 AM	Ika- sampu at kalahati ng umaga
1:45 PM	Ika-isa at apatnaput lima ng hapon
What time is it?	Anong oras na ngayon?
What day is today?	Anong araw ngayon?
What is the date today?	Anong petsa ngayong araw?
What time do you get up?	Anong oras ka nagigising?
It’s… (time).	(time) …na.
What time does the bus leave?	Anong oras aalis ang bus?
When will the plane arrive?	Kailand dadating ang eroplano?
When is your birthday?	Kailan ang iyong kaarawan?
I got up early as usual.	Nagigising ako ng maaga tulad ng dati.
What time do you go home?	Anong oras ka umuuwi?
I have class tomorrow.	Mayroon akong klase bukas
Can you tell me the time?	Pwede mo bang sabihin sakin ang oras?
I was born on October 10th, 1972.	Ipinanganak ako noong ika sampung araw ng oktubre 1972
It’s Monday today.	Ngayon ay lunes.

Questions In Tagalog

Want to know the name of your food or the place you’re visiting?

It’s time to ask some questions in Tagalog!

English	Tagalog
What?	Ano?
Who?	Sino?
Where?	Saan?
Why?	Bakit?
When?	Kailan?
How?	Paano?
How far?	Gaano kalayo?
How often?	Gaano kadalas?
How much?	Magkano?
Which one (thing)?	Alin?
Which one (person)?	Sino?
Which?	Alin
Whose?	Kanino?

Eating Out/Dining Out In Tagalog

Who wants to try lechon? You? Have you also heard of other Filipino foods?

If you like eating and dining out, here are some words you’ll use to order food in Tagalog.

English	Tagalog
I’m hungry.	Ako ay nagugutom.
I’m full.	Ako ay busog.
I’ve already reserved a table.	Nakapag reserba na ako ng lamesa.
What dishes do you recommend?	Anong putahe ang iyong maire- rekomenda
May I have a menu?	Pwede ko bang mahiram ang menu?
May I order some food?	Pwede ba akong umorder ng pagkain?
I would like to order…	Gusto kong umorder ng…
May I have a glass of water?	Pwede ba akong makahingi ng isang basong tubig?
I’d like to have a bottle of beer.	Gusto ko ng isang basong serbesa.
I’d like to have a cocktail.	Gusto ko ng kaktel.
May I have a knife?	Pwede ba akong humingi ng kutsilyo.
I’m vegetarian.	Ako ay vegetarian.
I’m allergic to…	Allergic ako sa…
Does the food contain nuts?	May mani ba sa pagkain?
I like spicy food.	Gusto ko ng maanghang na pagkain.
A little spicy please.	Pakiusap, Konting anghang lang.
Not spicy please.	Pakiusap, Wag maanghang.
I cannot eat spicy food.	Hindi ako kumakain ng maanghang na pagkain.
Enjoy your meal.	I-enjoy mo ang pagkain.
It is very delicious.	Sobrang sarap.
I like Thai food.	Gusto ko ng pagkaing Thai.
I like German food.	Gusto ko ng pagkaing German.
May I have the bill?	Maaari ko bang makuha ang bayarin?
Can I pay with credit card?	Pwede ba akong mag bayad gamit ang credit card?
May I have a receipt?	Pwede ba akong humingi ng Resibo?
You’re invited.	Ikaw ay imbitado.
Keep the change.	Saiyo na ang sukli.
What do you like to eat?	Ano ang gusto mong kainin?
I will pay the bill.	Ako ang mag babayad ng bill.
Could you recommend a nice restaurant near here?	maaari ka bang mag rekomenda ng kainan malapit dito?
I don’t like chocolate.	Ayoko ng tsokolate

Tagalog Shopping Vocabulary

Shopping in the Philippines feel like a luxury. In fact, the Philippines has its own shopping culture.

Although items are relatively cheaper than its neighboring countries, many items like gadgets, luxury brands, and other niche goods are found here.

Start your shopping spree in the Philippines with these Tagalog shopping vocabulary.

English	Tagalog
Where’s a shopping center?	Saan ang pamilihan?
When does it open?	Kailan ito mag bubukas?
When does it close?	Kailang ito magsasara?
I’d like to buy…	Gusto kong bumili ng…
May I try it on?	Pwede ko ba ito sukatin?
It doesn’t fit.	Hindi ito kasya.
Do you have this in a smaller size?	Mayroon ka bang mas maliit na sukat ?
Do you have this in a bigger size?	Mayroon ka bang mas malaking sukat?
Do you have another color?	Mayroon ka bang ibang kulay?
I want to buy this.	Gusto ko itong bilihin.
How much is it?	Magkano ito?
I’m just looking.	Tumitingin lang ako.
Can I have a receipt please?	Pwede ba akong makahingi ng resibo?
Where is a handmade goods shop?	Nasaan ang tindahan ng gawang-kamay?
Is there a duty free shop?	Mayroon bang duty free dito?
Where can I find…?	Saan ako makakakita…?
This is very beautiful.	sobrang ganda neto.
I like it.	Gusto ko ito.
I would like to return this.	Gusto ko itong ibalik.
Is it real leather?	Ito ba ay tunay na balat?
Can you give a discount?	Pwede mo ba akong bigyan ng discount.
Where can I find toothpaste?	Saan ako makakahanap ng toothpaste?
How much for half a kilo?	Magkano ang kalahating kilo?
I like this shirt. May I try it on?	Gusto ko itong TShirt, maaari ko bang isukat?
How much is that mountain bike?	Magkano ang Mountain Bike/ Bisikleta?
What is this jacket made of?	Saan gawa itong Jacket na ito?

Tagalog Direction Words

Getting lost? Don’t worry, Filipinos are easy to talk to.

Most of them even give directions in Tagalog if ever you’re lost.

You need these timely Tagalog direction words.

English	Tagalog
Go straight	Dumiretso
Turn left	Liko sa kaliwa
Turn right	Liko sa kanan
Get in/on	Pasok / Sumakay
Get off	Bumaba
Transfer	Paglipat
Taxi	Taxi
Direction	Direksyon
Boat	Bangka
Station	Istasyon
Return	Pag balik
Subway	Subway
Train	Tren
Bus	Bus
Van	Van
By car	Sa sasakyan
By plane	Sa Eroplano
Roundabout	Paikot na daloy
One way	Isang daanan
Round trip	Balikan
Group ticket	Ticket na pang groupo
Child ticket	Ticket na pang bata
Family ticket	Ticket na pang pamilya
By foot	Sa pamamagitan ng paa
East	Silangan
West	Kanluran
South	Timog
North	Hilaga
There	Doon
Far away	Malayo
Here	Dito
At the corner	Sa sulok
Opposite of/across from	Sa tapat/sa likod
Next to	Sunod sa
Behind	Likod
In front of	Sa harap ng
Straight ahead	Diretso lang
Up	Taas
Down	Baba
Bridge	Tulay
Footbridge	Tulay
Pedestrian crossing	Tawiran
Road	Kalsada
Traffic lights	Ilaw trapiko
Tunnel	Tunnel
Crossing	Tawiran
Motorcycle	Motorsiklo
Bicycle	Bisekleta
Ferry boat	Ferry Boat

Direction Phrases In Tagalog

More direction words! This time, these are phrases that you can use when you want to ask something or want to reply to someone.

English	Tagalog
Where is the train station?	Saan ang Istasyon ng tren?
I want to go to the train station.	Gusto kong pumunta sa istasyon na Tren.
How can I get there?	Paano ako makakarating doon?
Where are you?	Nasaan ka?
I’m at…	Ako ay nasa…
What is the name of this place?	Ano ang pangalan ng lugar na ito?
Where is the nearest bus stop?	Saan ang pinaka malapit na Istasyon ng Bus?
Where is the nearest train station?	Saan ang pinaka malapit na iIstasyon ng Tren?
What is the name of this station?	Ano ang pangalan ng Istasyon na ito?
Where should I transfer?	Saan ako dapat lumipat?
How long does it take?	Gaano ito katagal?
It takes about…	Ito ay tumatagal ng …
Where can I buy a ticket?	Saan ako makakabili ng Ticket?
I want to buy a ticket to…	Gusto ko bumili ng ticket papuntang…
How much is this ticket?	Magkano ang ticket na ito?
The ticket costs … baht.	Ang presyo ng ticket ay…
The ticket costs …	Ang presyo ng ticket ay…
Does the bus have air condition?	Ang bus ba ay may aircon?
Does the bus have a toilet?	Ang bus ba ay may Banyo?
When does the train leave?	Kailan aalis ang tren?
When will the train arrive?	Kailan dadating ang Tren?
Please take me to…	Pakiusap, Paki hatid ako sa …
Please stop here.	Pakiusap, Pakihinto dito.
Please use the meter.	Pakiusap, Paki gamit ang metro ng taxi.
Where is the restroom?	Saan ang banyo?
Where are we?	Nasaan tayo?
Where should we go?	Saan tayo dapat pumunta?
Where is the cafeteria?	Saan ang Kapetirya?
The shop is just in front of the train station.	Ang Tindahan ay sa harapan ng istasyon ng tren.
Fasten your seat belt, please.	Pakiusap, Pakisuot ang iyong Seat belt.
The brakes stopped working.	Hindi na gumagana ang preno
Don’t exceed the speed limit.	Wag palampasin ang Limitasyon ng bilis.
Can I park my car here?	Pwede ko ba iparada ang sasakyan ko dito?
Could you show me the way to the bus stop?	Pwede mo bang ipakita sa akin ang daan papuntang sakayan ng bus?
The bus leaves in five minutes.	Ang bus ay aalis, makatapos ang limang minuto.
The bus hasn’t come yet.	Ang bus ay hindi pa dumarating.
The train leaves in ten minutes.	Ang tren ay aalis, Matapos ang sampung minuto.
Will the train leave on time?	Aalis ba sa tamang oras ang tren?
The last train has already gone.	Ang huling tren ay umalis na.

Emergency Words And Phrases In Tagalog

Saklolo! Tulong! These are just some of the common emergency words and phrases in Tagalog you might here.

We don’t want any accidents or problems to occur right?

But, in times of need, these Tagalog emergency phrases will be your life-saver.

English	Tagalog
Help!	Tulong!
Can you help me?	Pwede mo ba akong Tulungan?
I lost my wallet.	Naiwala ko ang walet ko.
My bag got stolen.	Nanakaw ang bag ko.
I lost my passport.	Naiwala ko ang pasaporte ko.
I want to go to the embassy.	Gusto kung pumunta sa Embahada.
I have some trouble.	Mayroon akong problema.
I want a translator.	Gusto ko ng taga translate.
I want to go to the police office.	Gusto ko pumunta sa pulisya.
I dont have money.	Wala akong pera!
Fire!	Sunog!
Someone needs help.	Mayroong nangangailangan ng tulong.
I missed my flight.	Naiwan ako sa byahe.
My luggage is lost.	Naiwala ko ang aking bagahe.
I lost my phone.	Naiwala ko ang aking telepono.
I lost the key.	Naiwala ko ang aking susi.
Please come as soon as possible.	Pwede ka bang dumating sa lalong madaling panahon?
Is there a gas station around here?	Mayroon bang Gasolinahan dito.
Please call the fire department.	Paki tawagan ang bumbero.

Health Vocabulary In Tagalog

Have a medical insurance while traveling? You’ll definitely need one though!

If you are on a health check up, here are some health vocabulary in Tagalog to say to locals, doctors, or nurses.

English	Tagalog
I want to see a doctor.	Gusto ko magpatingin sa doktor.
I need an ambulance.	Kailangan ko ng ambulansya.
I want to go to the hospital.	Gusto kong pumunta ng ospital.
Where is the nearest pharmacy?	Saan ang pinakamalapit na botika?
I feel sick.	Masama ang pakiramdam ko.
I would like medicine for…	Kailangan ko ng gamot para sa …
It hurts.	Masakit.
I had an accident.	Naaksidente ako.
Please call a doctor.	Pakitawagan ang doktor.
I have health insurance.	Meron akong Health Insurance.
How much is the treatment?	Magkano ang pagpapagamot?
How should I take the medicine?	Paano ko iinumin ang gamot?
I’m allergic to…	Hindi ako hiyang sa…
It hurts here.	Masakit dito.
I have a headache.	Masakit ang ulo ko.
I have back pain.	Masakit ang likod ko.
I have a stomach ache.	Masakit ang tiyan ko.
I have food poisoning.	Mayroon akong pagkalason sa pagkain.
I have a toothache.	Masakit ang ngipin ko.
I need penicillin.	Kailangan ko ng Penicillin.
I need paracetamol.	Kailangan ko ng paracetamol.
I threw up.	Ako ay sumuka.
I have a cold.	Mayroon akong sipon.
I’m an asthmatic.	Ako ay hikain.
I’m diabetic.	Ako ay diabetic.
I’m a smoker.	Ako ay naninigarilyo.
My nephew is allergic to eggs.	Ang pamangkin ko ay hindi hiyang sa itlog.
This medicine should be taken every three hours.	Ang gamot na ito ay dapat inumin kada tatlong oras.
I have a high temperature.	Meron akong mataas na temperatura.
I have to take medicine.	Kailangan kong uminom ng gamot.
Do you have any cough medicine?	Meron ba kayong gamot sa ubo?
I feel well today.	Maayos ang pakiramdam ko ngayon.
I’m sick.	May sakit ako.
I have a bad cold.	Malala ang aking sipon.
Your tooth must be extracted.	Dapat nang mabunot ang ngipin mo.
Burn	Sunog
Abnormal	Abnormal
Ache	Sakit
Acute	Acute
Ambulance	Ambulansya
Antibiotics	Antibiotics
Asthma (Attack)	Hika/ Hinika
Bacteria	Bakterya
Cough	Ubo
Headache	Sakit ng ulo
Blood Pressure	Presyon ng dugo
Runny Nose	Sipon
Sore Throat	Namamagang lalamunan
Stomach Ache	Sakit sa tiyan
Breath	Hininga
Broken	Sira
Cancer	Cancer
Dentist	Dentista
Chickenpox	Bulutong
Diabetes	Diabetes
Diagnosis	Pagsuri
Disease	Sakit
Emergency	Emergency
Fever	Lagnat
Feverish	Nilalagnat
Heart Attack	Atake sa puso
HIV	HIV
Immune System	Immune system
Infected	Impeksyon
Injury	Pinsala
Pain	Sakit
Pain Killer	Pampawala ng kirot / Analhesiko
Patient	Pasyente
Pharmacy	Botika
Swollen	Namamaga
Temperature	Temperatura
Therapy	Therapy
Virus	Virus
Vomit	Suka
Wound	Sugat

Tagalog Words When Sightseeing

English	Tagalog
Where is the tourist center?	Saan ang lunduyan ng turista
When does the tourist center open?	Kailan magbubukas ang lunduyan ng turista
When does the tourist center close?	Kailan magsasara ang lunduyan ng turista
Can I get a free map?	Pwede ba akong kumuha ng libreng mapa?
Where can I find a gift shop?	Saan ako makakahanap ng Tindahan ng regalo?
What places should I visit?	Anong lugar ang dapat kong bisitahin?
What should I be aware of?	Ano ang dapat kung alamin?
What am I not allowed to do here?	Ano ang hindi ko dapat gawin dito?
How long does it take to go there?	Gaano katagal bago makarating doon?
Can I take photos here?	Pwede ba akong kumuha ng litrato dito?
How much is the entrance ticket?	Magkano ang entrance ticket?
I want to go to the national museum.	Gusto kong pumunta sa pambansang museo.
Where is the most popular museum?	Saan ang popular na Moseo.
I want to take a city tour.	Gusto ko kumuha ng Pambayang paglalakbay.
Where can I buy a city tour ticket?	Saan ako makakabili ng ticket para sa Pambayang Paglalakbay.
Could you take a photo for me?	Pwede mo ba akong kuhanan ng litrato?
Where is the post office?	Saan ang tanggapan ng sulat?/koreo?
Where is the most beautiful beach?	Saan ang pinaka magandang Tabing-Dagat.
I would like to book a trip.	Gusto ko magpa-book ng Byahe.
I would like to have a map.	Gusto ko ng mapa.
I would like to do a one day trip.	Gusto ko ng isang araw na byahe.
What trip do you recommend?	Pwede ka bang mag rekomenda ng kahit anong byahe?
Is there a park near here?	Meron bang malapit na parke dito?
Do you have a map?	Meron ka bang mapa?

Accommodation Words And Phrases In Tagalog

Staying at a hotel? Ask about your reservation from the receptionist with these accommodation words and phrases in Tagalog.

English	Tagalog
Can you recommend a hotel?	Pwede ka bang mag rekomenda ng Hotel?
I’d like to make reservation.	Gusto ko magpa reserba.
Are there rooms available?	Meron pa bang kwarto na available?
Can I have a look?	Pwede ko bang makita?
Is internet included?	Kasama ba ang Internet?
Is breakfast included?	Kasama ba ang Almusal?
Is the hotel located near the center?	Ang Hotel ba ay matatagpuan malapit sa Gitna?
Where can I find the laundry?	Saan ko mahahanap ang labada?
Do you have a safe?	Meron ba kayong kahang bakal?
How can I get to the hotel?	Paano ako makakarating sa Hotel?
How much does the room cost?	Magkano ang presyo ng kwarto?
I’d like to stay for … nights.	Gusto kong manatili ng …. Gabi …
I want a single room.	Gusto ko ng nag iisang kwarto.
I want a double room.	Gusto ko ng dobleng Kwarto.
I have a reservation.	Meron akong reserbasyon.
I will arrive at … (time).	Darating ako ng …. (oras).
I will leave at … (time).	Aalis ako ng … (oras).
I forgot the room key.	Nakalimutan ko ang susi ng kwarto.
Can I leave my luggage here?	Pwede ko bang iwang ang bagahe ko dito?
How long is it from the hotel to the airport?	Gaano katagal mula sa Hotel hanggang sa Paliparan?
Do you have a baby bed?	Mayroon ba kayong kama para sa sanggol?
I would like to reserve a single room.	Gusto ko mag reserba ng isang / nag iisang kwarto.
Could you bring my breakfast to room 305?	Pwedeng mo bang dalhin ang almusal ko sa room 305.
We’ve just finished breakfast.	Tapos na kaming kumain ng almusal.
I would like a hotel reservation.	Gusto ko magpareserba sa hotel
I canceled my hotel reservation.	Kinansela ko ang reserbasyon ko sa hotel

Food and Drink In Tagalog

English	Tagalog
Rice	Kanin
Noodles	Pansit
Beef	Karne ng baka
Bitter	Mapait
Chicken	Manok
Crab	Alimango
Duck	Pato
Fish	Isda
Hot	Mainit
Meat	Karne
Mussel	Tahong
Pork	Baboy
Salty	Maalat
Seafood	Pagkaing Dagat
Shrimp	Hipon
Sour	Maasim
Spicy	Maanghang
Sticky Rice	Malagkit
Sweet	Matamis
Tofu	Tokwa
Water	Tubig
Hot Water	Mainit na Tubig
Coffee	Kape
Coffee with milk	Kape na may Gatas
Milk	Gatas
Hot chocolate	Mainit na tsokolateng inumin
Tea	Tsaa
Green Tea	Tsaang Berde
Beer	Serbesa
Wine	Alak
Juice	Juice
Orange juice	Orange juice

Fruits In Tagalog

English	Tagalog
Banana	Saging
Coconut	Buko
Dragon fruit	Dragonfruit
Durian	Durian
Guava	Bayabas
Jackfruit	Langka
Lychee	Lychee
Mango	Mangga
Mangosteen	Mangosteen
Orange	Kahel
Papaya	Papaya
Pineapple	Pinya

Tips When Using Tagalog Phrases For Travel

Now that you have a bunch of Tagalog phrases for travel listed in your notes, you might feel overwhelmed.

Here are some tips that are also used by many language learners.

1. Apart from phrases for travel, it’s also important to use the po and opo in your Tagalog sentences. These are words are often attached after any Tagalog sentence when talking to someone older than you. A show of respect not just for the elders means you’re also open to embrace the culture of the Philippines.
2. Most Filipinos will use shortened Tagalog words or some slangs. Knowing what the colloquial is, as well as modern Tagalog slang will surely make locals impressed with your language skills.
3. Try to engage with the locals in Tagalog. Sure, they can understand English. But, if you want to make the most out of your vacation in the Philippines, then why not try speaking the language, right?
4. Use at least 15 minutes of your time memorizing these travel phrases in Tagalog. A good way to maximize your efforts is trying out the features of the Ling app.
5. Lastly, use memorization techniques like flashcards or infographics. We have some at the end of this post so check them out!

Frequently Asked Questions For Tagalog Phrases For Travel

What Is A Typical Filipino Phrase?

You’ll get used to the phrase “Kamusta ka?” Play or, in English, “How Are You?” as it is one of the basic greetings that Filipinos use.

If you are meeting them for the first time, you will hear the Tagalog question word “Ano ang pangalan mo?” (What is your name?) instead.

What Is The Meaning Of Mabuhay?

Mabuhay, which also means long live, is a traditional Filipino greeting that was used to celebrate victory or as a chant by the Filipino revolutionaries.

However, it is now commonly used to greet foreigners.

But, it can still be used as a way to celebrate an achievement in your life or a successful event.

How do you use this word in a Tagalog sentence?

For example:

• Mabuhay ang Pilipinas! Play
  (Long live the Philippines!)
• Mabuhay! Maligayang Pagdating sa Republika ng Pilipinas. Play
  (Long live! Welcome to the Philippines)
• Mabuhay ang bagong kasal! Play
  (Long live the newlyweds!)

What Is The Philippines Current Tourism Slogan?

The 2024 Philippine Tourism Slogan is Love The Philippines.

This slogan is changed yearly by the Department of the Philippines.

Which Tagalog Phrases Travel Are You Bringing?

Have you thought of using kamusta, ang pangalan ko ay, and salamat as your basic Tagalog phrases for travel to memorize?

Use question words in Tagalog like magkano po ito or nasaaan po ang lugar na ito?

Forgot what they meant? Time to review the words again!

If you’re wondering when the best time to travel the Philippines, you can check it out around October rto December. But, you’ll be met with many tourists all over the world.

Most foreigners avoid going around March to May since that’s when the schools are on their summer break.

Prepare yourself with a way to memorize while traveling. It’s going to be a fun and educational ride!

Amaze Filipinos With Your Tagalog Skills While Traveling!

Before going to the Philippines, you should also have a language learning app that you can practice vocabulary with from time to time.

The perfect solution is Ling, where you’ll not just get 200+ lessons to improve your language skills, but you’ll also have an AI chatbot and grammar lessons to review.

Don’t know which lessons to check?

It’s the perfect package in one single app.

Especially, if you’re trying to communicate with your Filipino loved one or just want to reach out to potential friends or business partners.

Download the Ling app now on your phone or tablet and start your journey to learn Tagalog language.