Filipino English

Born in the Philippines, young Grace Talusan moves with her family to a New England suburb in the 1970s. At school, she confronts racism as one of the few kids with a brown face. At home, the confusion is worse: her grandfather's nightly visits to her room leave her hurt and terrified, and she learns to build a protective wall of silence that maps onto the larger silence practiced by her Catholic Filipino family. Later, she learns that her family history is threaded with violence and abuse. Despite all this, she finds love, and success as a teacher.

A stunning, hilarious memoir displaying Koy’s “wide-ranging comedic talent and abundant wells of perseverance” (Kirkus Reviews, starred). Mixed Plate illuminates the burning drive and unique humor that make Jo Koy one of today’s most successful comedians.

The five Basic Bootcamp lessons each center on a practical, real-life conversation. At the beginning of the lesson, we'll introduce the background of the conversation. After the conversation, you'll learn carefully selected vocabulary and key grammar concepts. Next, you'll hear the conversation one time at natural native speed. Finally, practice what you have learned with the review track.

Poet, essayist, novelist, fiction writer, and labor organizer, Carlos Bulosan (1911-1956) wrote one of the most influential working class literary classics about the US pre-World War II, a period and setting similar to that of Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath and Cannery Row. Bulosan's semi-autobiographical novel America Is in the Heart begins with the narrator's rural childhood in the Philippines and the struggles of land-poor peasant families affected by US imperialism after the Spanish-American War of the late 1890s.

Tagalog is a beautiful language that is spoken by millions around the world! It is hard to find time to learn a new language, however! Learn Tagalog for Beginners Easily and in Your Car is perfect for people who have no other time to learn a new language! It contains more than 1,000 common Tagalog phrases that will help you in everyday life and travel! Each phrase is pronounced slowly and multiple times so that you can really learn the correct pronunciation! Each word's equivalent English translation is also provided....

The humans have no idea that a pandemic is on its way; but Ringo, the little dog, can smell the growing rot. It is everywhere: in their new neighborhood, in their old apartment complex, and in the bodies of Ringo’s beloved family. What should a dog do when he survives a plague? Scared and confused, Ringo sets out on his journey. How can he help? This novella is included in Stories in the Okay Future, an anthology of short fiction by C.C. Alma.

From the author of the National Book Award finalist Patron Saints of Nothing comes an emotionally charged, moving novel about four generations of Filipino American boys grappling with identity, masculinity, and their fraught father-son relationships.

Filipinos have very interesting creatures that lurk within their myths and legends. This great collection will dive into famous as well as lesser known tales. Enjoy!

All Talasyn has ever known is the Hurricane Wars. Growing up an orphan in a nation under siege by the ruthless Night Emperor, she found her family among the soldiers who fight for freedom. But she is hiding a deadly secret: light magic courses through her veins, a blazing power believed to have been wiped out years ago that can cut through the Night Empire’s shadows.

After a lifetime of war, Alaric and Talasyn were thrust into an alliance between their homelands that was supposed to end the fighting; however, being married to their sworn foe feels far from peaceful. Now Talasyn must play the part of Alaric’s willing empress while her allies secretly plot to overthrow his reign. But the longer the couple are forced together, the harder it becomes to deny the feelings crackling like lightning between them. When the time comes to act, can she trust him, or must she ignore her heart for the sake of so many others?

Do you want to learn Filipino the fast, fun and easy way? And do you want to travel to the Philippines and get around like a pro? Then this is the audiobook for you. Learn Filipino: A Complete Phrase Compilation for Traveling to the Philippines is designed for absolute beginner learners and travelers. You learn the must-know travel phrases, survival phrases, vocab, and cultural insights to make your trip to the Philippines a breeze. All were hand-picked by our team of Filipino teachers and experts.

Delve into the mystical worlds of Celtic enchantment, the heroic sagas of Bulfinch's lore, the enigmatic tales of Slavic spirits, the celestial dances of Japanese deities, the profound fables of Turkish origins, the creation epics of Sumerian and Mesopotamian civilizations, the rich tapestry of Native American heritage, and the captivating chronicles from the Filipino archipelago.

The Karangalan family and their neighbors huddle for survival in the cellar of a house a few miles from Manila. Outside the safety of their little refuge the war rages on—fiery bombs torch the beautiful Filipino countryside, Japanese soldiers round up and interrogate innocent people, and from the hills guerillas wage a desperate campaign against the enemy. Inside the cellar, these men, women, and children put their hopes and dreams on hold as they wait out the war, only emerging to look for food, water, and medicine.

For years Foreigners always tried to decode and understand Filipina habits and their actions. Most relay on hear say and end up divorcing or getting scammed. This book is written to give you information to understand Filipinas. From where it all began with a short history, Traits that were instilled by colonizers,changes of traditions and culture thru time,81 bare it all questions that might be running in your head asked by foreigners such as "why does a Filipina keep a Filipino boyfriend even if she has a foreign Boyfriend who supports her?"and many more that were answered by the author ...

Listening to a language while asleep can help supercharge your vocabulary. Learn easily with the power of pleasant repetition. With the Learn Filipino While Sleeping audiobook, you'll absorb over 430 Filipino words and phrases effortlessly. How does it work? Just press play, and listen to the gentle voice of a native teacher. Our teacher repeats each word and phrase multiple times, so you'll retain them better - whether you're awake or in bed. For best results, listen while awake first. Then, listen while falling asleep.

When Filipino American and former US Air Force officer Analiza Quiroz (Wolf) was awarded a Fulbright scholarship to study in the Philippines, she had two goals. First, she wanted to talk with prostitutes near Clark Air Base to understand the US military's impact on their lives. Second, she wanted to talk with her family and learn about her Filipino roots. They seemed to be two separate goals reached by talking with people in two separate worlds. Never did she expect her two goals to overlap. Foreword by Ceres Alabado, Founding President of the Children's Literature Association of the ...

Instead of just reading about Filipino, you learn through everyday conversations between native speakers. In each lesson, you hear a practical dialogue. Then, our teachers translate and explain every word—and you understand it all within minutes.

From a young boy in the Philippines with nothing but a dream to a self-made success in America, Amboy is the gripping true story of resilience, relentless determination, and the pursuit of a better life. Rome’s journey wasn’t easy. He didn’t speak fluent English. He had no money, no connections, and no clear path forward. What he did have was an unshakable work ethic and a belief that in America, anything was possible if you worked hard enough. This inspiring immigrant memoir follows Rome from his humble beginnings in the Philippines to his daring escape from a shipping job that took ...

Are you looking for a fresh start in a tropical paradise? Look no further than Rebooting in the Philippines, the ultimate guide to starting your new life in the breathtaking Philippine archipelago. With practical advice and insider tips, this ebook will help you navigate the visa process, find your dream accommodation, and build a social network in your new home. You'll also learn how to understand the local culture, language, and cuisine. But Rebooting in the Philippines isn't just about practical matters – it's about truly embracing the unique beauty and culture of this magnificent ...

In Maharlika: In Search of Identity, the author masterfully delves into the tensions and dynamics shaping leadership, community, culture, power, and governance within a nation perpetually yearning for Indigenous authenticity, spiritual identity, and transformative growth. Drawing on an alternative view of history, this compelling narrative challenges conventional perspectives, daring readers to confront the colonial frameworks that have long shaped collective thought, self-perception, and imagination. The book invites readers to rediscover the pre-colonial past through the lens of ...