Meaning of the word tagalog in English
What does tagalog mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tagalog
US /təˈɡɑː.lɑːɡ/
UK /təˈɡɑː.lɒɡ/
Noun
1.
a member of a people native to the Philippines and inhabiting Manila and its adjacent provinces.
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The Tagalog people have a rich cultural heritage.
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Many Tagalog families live in the capital city.
2.
the language of the Tagalog people, which is the basis of the official language of the Philippines (Filipino).
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She is learning Tagalog to communicate with her relatives.
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Filipino is largely based on Tagalog.
Adjective
relating to the Tagalog people or their language.
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The museum features Tagalog artifacts.
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She enjoys reading Tagalog literature.