Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tagalog
Noun
tuh-GAH-log
Definition
A member of the Austronesian language family primarily spoken in the Philippines.
Examples
- Tagalog is widely taught in Philippine schools.
- Many English words are now commonly used in Tagalog conversations.
- She is fluent in Tagalog and English.
Meaning
Tagalog is both a language and an ethnic group originating from the Manila region in the Philippines. It is the basis of the national language, Filipino.
Synonyms
- Pilipino
- Filipino (as a language)
