Family Words

Learn simple Tagalog words for family, practice saying them, answer a quick challenge, and finish with a small real-life mission at home.

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Quick Story

Imagine this

You are meeting a new friend. They ask, “Who is in your family?” Today, you will learn how to say simple family words in Tagalog so you can talk about the people you love.

Main lesson: Words help us connect. When we learn family words, we can speak with more love, respect, and confidence.

Learn the Words

Tap a word to practice

Nanay Mother / Mom

Tatay Father / Dad

Kuya Older brother

Ate Older sister

Lolo Grandfather

Lola Grandmother

Kapatid Sibling

Pamilya Family

Tap any word button to practice reading it aloud.

Mini Challenge

Which word means “older brother”?

Choose one answer.

Try It

Use these words in a sentence

My mother

“Ang nanay ko ay mabait.”

My older brother

“Ang kuya ko ay masipag.”

My family

“Mahal ko ang aking pamilya.”

Real-Life Mission

Do this at home today

Try to use 2 Tagalog family words when talking with someone at home.

Say one family word out loudExample: Nanay, Tatay, Kuya, Ate
Use one family word in a sentenceExample: “Mahal ko ang aking pamilya.”
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Reflection

Which word do you like most?

Choose one answer after finishing the lesson.

Pick the word you want to remember most today.

Parent Note

Keep it light and encouraging

You do not need a long lecture. Ask the child to read the words, say them out loud, and use one or two naturally at home. Short, repeated use is better than one long lesson.

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