“400 bilingual stories for Filipino learners:
The perfect texts to learn Filipino”

bilingual stories in Filipino and English
  • By reading the multitude of texts, you will gain a deep understanding of the Filipino language.
    It is the perfect practice material to understand Filipino like your own native language and to be able to speak it with absolute fluency.
  • You will be able to understand common phrases and everyday language, which is essential for fluency.
  • The 400+ texts have been created by linguists who have a deep understanding of the needs of Filipino learners.
  • The stories contain more than 5,000 sentences in Filipino, which would fill six books of 200 pages each if printed out.
  • You can read the texts in any browser.
    You can also choose whether you want to read the sentences in Filipino and English one after the other.
    You also have the option of hiding the sentences in Filipino or English: you will only see the translation when you tap or click on it.

Wide variety of texts:

These 400 texts combine a variety of topics and styles to present you the full spectrum of the Filipino language:
150 short stories in Filipino and English
Want to expand your vocabulary?
This collection offers more than 150 short stories on all kinds of interesting topics.
practise Filipino grammar with texts in Filipino
Want to practise your grammar?
In more than 100 collections of sentences, you can delve deeper into one topic from Filipino grammar.
everyday dialogue texts in Filipino and English
Do you want to understand everyday Filipino?
Immerse yourself in 150 real-life conversations that will give you the practical help you need in these situations.
Learn the subtleties and nuances of Filipino with all of these texts.
 

Master Filipino with texts for beginners, advanced learners and professionals:

The 400 bilingual texts are a well thought-out learning tool specially designed to improve your language skills.
 
The texts are organised according to 6 language levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2).
You have the option of displaying all sentences or hiding the translations in English so that you only see them when you tap or click on them.
 
This gives you control over your learning workload and allows you to progress continuously.
Filipino texts on all learning levels
 

Targeted learning made easy:

An interactive, clickable table of contents makes navigation easier and allows you to jump directly to the topics that interest you most.
 
Whether you want to concentrate on a specific subject area or simply browse through the variety of texts – this book adapts to your individual learning style.
interactive e-book Filipino-English
 

Learning in small bites:

The best thing about it?
You don't have to read and learn for hours at a time.
The texts are designed so that one text can be read in just three minutes.
 
So you can learn in small steps every day – perfect for a busy schedule or for those who want to learn in between.
Filipino texts in clearly organised learning units
 

Adapt the texts perfectly to your learning level:

Have you just started learning Filipino?
Then we recommend that you first read a sentence in Filipino and then look at its English equivalent.
The English translation can be hidden so that you can think about the meaning of the sentence without being disturbed.
 
Have you already reached a more advanced level?
In this case, it's best to start with the sentence in English and hide the Filipino version.
This will give you time to think about how you would translate this sentence into Filipino.
Filipino texts for beginners and advanced readers
 

Unlimited reading on any device:

You won't run out of reading material any time soon – if printed out, the texts would fill six books of 200 pages each.
 
You can read the texts on any browser – on your PC, tablet and smartphone.
reading texts Filipino for PC, tablet, smartphone
 

So you progress quickly:

  • If you have learnt more than 600 Filipino vocabulary words, keep reading the A1 level texts until you understand everything.
  • If you have learnt more than 1,300 Filipino words, read the A2 level texts until you understand everything.
  • If you have learnt more than 2,100 Filipino words, read the B1 level texts until you understand everything.
  • If you have learnt more than 3,000 Filipino words, read the level B2 texts until you understand everything.
  • If you have learnt more than 4,000 Filipino words, read the C1 level texts until you understand everything.
  • If you have learnt more than 5,000 Filipino words, read the level C2 texts until you understand everything.
With over 1,000 sentences per learning level, you won't run out of learning materials anytime soon.
how many Filipino words for different learning levels
 

Test the texts

If you want a taste of this unique learning experience, read the free trial version of the texts (with a sample 20 of the 400 texts):
This will give you an insight into the structure and quality of the texts provided.
 
 
free trial version bilingual texts Filipino/English read texts A1 in Filipino texts in Filipino and English text Filipino A2 read texts Filipino B1/B2 free of charge
 
Bilingual stories (free trial)
Order All 400 Stories »
 
           
 
       
 
 
  1.   
Bumili ng sorbetes
Buying ice cream
   
Mainit na araw ng tag-init ito.
   
It's a hot summer day.
   
Isang bata ang pupunta sa tindahan ng sorbetes.
   
A boy goes to the ice cream shop.
   
Gusto niyang bumili ng sorbetes.
   
He wants to buy an ice cream.
   
Nakikita niya ang maraming iba't ibang klase.
   
He sees many different flavors.
   
Tsokolate, Banilya, Strawberry at iba pa.
   
Chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and more.
   
Hindi siya makapagdesisyon.
   
He can't decide.
   
Tinatanong niya ang tindera ng payo.
   
He asks the saleswoman for advice.
   
Inirerekomenda sa kanya ang lasa ng mangga.
   
She recommends the mango flavor.
   
Tinikman niya ito at nagustuhan niya.
   
He tries it and he likes it.
   
Bumili siya ng sorbetes na mangga.
   
He buys the mango ice cream.
   
Masaya siya sa kanyang napili.
   
He is happy with his choice.
   
Umuwi siya at tinatamasa ang kanyang sorbetes.
   
He goes home and enjoys his ice cream.
   
Magandang araw ito.
   
It's a beautiful day.
  2.   
Mga pangungusap ng antas A1 para sa paggamit ng mga pandiwa sa kasalukuyan
A1 level sentences demonstrating the use of verbs in the present tense
   
Kumakain ako ng mansanas.
   
I am eating an apple.
   
Pumapasok ka sa paaralan.
   
You are going to school.
   
Umiinom siya ng tubig.
   
He is drinking water.
   
Natutulog siya.
   
She is sleeping.
   
Naglalaro kami ng futbol.
   
We are playing football.
   
Nagbabasa kayo ng aklat.
   
You are reading a book.
   
Sumasayaw sila.
   
They are dancing.
   
Nanonood ako ng pelikula.
   
I am watching a movie.
   
Kumakanta ka ng awit.
   
You are singing a song.
   
Siya ay nagluluto ng pagkain.
   
He is cooking the meal.
   
Siya ay lumalangoy.
   
She swims.
   
Tayo ay tumatawa.
   
We laugh.
   
Kayo ay tumatakbo.
   
You (plural) run.
   
Sila ay nag-aaral.
   
They study.
   
Ako ay nagguhit.
   
I draw.
   
Ikaw ay nagsasalita.
   
You speak.
   
Siya ay sumusulat.
   
He writes.
   
Siya ay nakikinig ng musika.
   
She listens to music.
   
Tayo ay nagmamaneho ng kotse.
   
We drive a car.
   
Kayo ay sumasayaw.
   
You are dancing.
  3.   
Usapan: Batiin ang isang tao na kilala mo
Conversation: Greet someone you know
   
Hello Peter, kumusta ka?
   
Hello Peter, how are you?
   
Matagal na kitang hindi nakita.
   
I haven't seen you for a long time.
   
Maganda ba ang araw mo?
   
Are you having a good day?
   
Kamusta ang iyong weekend?
   
How was your weekend?
   
Ano ang ginawa mo?
   
What did you do?
   
Maganda ba ito?
   
Was it nice?
   
Ikinagagalak kitang makita.
   
It's nice to see you.
   
Excited ako sa ating susunod na pagkikita.
   
I look forward to our next meeting.
   
Makikita kita mamaya!
   
See you later!
  1.   
Tangkilikin ang mas malusog na pamumuhay
Adopt a healthier lifestyle
   
Si Mehmet ay palaging kumakain ng pizza at fast food.
   
Mehmet has always eaten pizza and fast food.
   
Ngunit ngayon, nais niyang kumain ng mas masustansya.
   
But now he wants to eat healthier.
   
Pumupunta siya sa palengke at bumibili ng gulay at prutas.
   
He goes to the market and buys vegetables and fruit.
   
Nagluluto siya sa bahay at hindi na kumakain ng fast food.
   
He cooks at home and doesn't eat fast food anymore.
   
Sinisimulan din ni Mehmet ang pag-eehersisyo.
   
Mehmet also starts exercising.
   
Pumupunta siya sa gym.
   
He goes to the gym.
   
Tumatakbo siya ng isang oras araw-araw.
   
He runs for an hour every day.
   
Pakiramdam niya ay mas maayos at may mas maraming enerhiya.
   
He feels better and has more energy.
   
Napapansin ng kanyang mga kaibigan ang pagbabago.
   
His friends notice the change.
   
Sinasabi nila: "Mehmet, mukha kang mabuti!"
   
They say: "Mehmet, you look good!"
   
Si Mehmet ay masaya sa kanyang bagong pamumuhay.
   
Mehmet is happy with his new lifestyle.
   
Sabi niya: "Pakiramdam ko mas malusog at mas malakas ako."
   
He says: "I feel healthier and stronger."
   
Tinangkilik ni Mehmet ang mas malusog na pamumuhay at siya ay masaya.
   
Mehmet has adopted a healthier lifestyle and is happy.
  2.   
A2 mga pangungusap para sa paggamit ng mga panghalip na panao sa iba't ibang mga konteksto
A2 sentences illustrating the use of personal pronouns in various contexts
   
Madalas siyang magluto ng pasta dahil mahal niya ang Italya.
   
She often cooks pasta because she loves Italy.
   
Nakita namin siya sa parke at nagkaroon kami ng magandang oras.
   
We met him in the park and had a great time.
   
Malugod ninyong mabisita kami kung nais ninyo.
   
You are welcome to visit us.
   
Maari ko bang tulungan kang hanapin ang librong iyon?
   
Can I help you find the book?
   
Nanonood sila ng pelikula sa sinehan.
   
They are watching a movie in the cinema.
   
Gusto niya ang kanyang sumbrero dahil makulay ito.
   
He likes her hat because it is colorful.
   
Naglalakad siya kasama ang kanyang aso.
   
She is walking with her dog.
   
Nagplano kami ng byahe papuntang Gresya.
   
We have planned a trip to Greece.
   
Maari mo ba akong abutan ng asin, pakiusap?
   
Could you please pass me the salt?
   
Inaayos niya ang kanyang kotse dahil hindi niya ito kayang gawin.
   
He is fixing her car because she can't.
   
Mahal nila ang kanilang trabaho dahil ito ay malikhain.
   
They love their job because it is creative.
   
Maari ko bang dalhan kayo ng basong tubig?
   
Can I bring you (formal) a glass of water?
   
Binibigyan niya ito ng rosa araw-araw.
   
He gives her a rose every day.
   
Darating sila bukas sa amin.
   
They are coming to us tomorrow.
   
Maari mo bang ipaabot sa kanya ang mensahe?
   
Can you deliver the message to him?
   
Kuwento niya sa amin ang isang nakakatawang kwento.
   
She tells us a funny story.
   
Kayo'y palaging malugod na tinatanggap dito.
   
You are always welcome.
   
Maari ko bang ibigay sa iyo ang librong ito?
   
Can I give you the book?
   
Sinusulatan niya sila ng liham.
   
He writes them a letter.
   
Binigyan niya ako ng regalo.
   
She gave me a gift.
  3.   
Usapan: Talakayan tungkol sa iyong araw-araw na gawain at kung ano ang ginagawa mo sa araw-araw
Conversation: Discussion about your daily routine and what you do during the day
   
Gumigising ako tuwing umaga ng alas-siyete.
   
I wake up every morning at seven o'clock.
   
Pagkatapos, nag-sisipilyo ako ng aking mga ngipin at naliligo.
   
Then, I brush my teeth and take a shower.
   
Kumakain ako ng almusal at umiinom ng kape upang simulan ang araw.
   
I have breakfast and drink coffee to start the day.
   
Pagkatapos, pumupunta ako sa trabaho at nagtatrabaho hanggang alas-singko.
   
Then I go to work and work until five o'clock.
   
Pagkatapos ng trabaho, pumupunta ako sa gym.
   
After work, I go to the gym.
   
Karaniwan, niluluto ko ang aking hapunan at pagkatapos ay nanonood ng telebisyon.
   
I usually cook my dinner and then watch TV.
   
Bago matulog, nagbabasa ako ng isang libro.
   
Before going to bed, I read a book.
   
Karaniwan, natutulog ako ng mga alas-dyes ng gabi.
   
I usually go to bed around ten o'clock.
   
Ito ang aking araw-araw na rutina.
   
This is my daily routine.
  1.   
Pagpaplano at Pagpapatupad ng isang Proyektong Pagrenovate ng Tahanan
Planning and implementing a home renovation project
   
Ang pangalan ko ay Sarah at ako ay nakatira sa Seattle.
   
My name is Sarah and I live in Seattle.
   
Ang aking hilig ay ang pag-renovate ng mga lumang bahay.
   
My passion is renovating old houses.
   
Kamakailan, bumili ako ng isang lumang bahay na Victorian style.
   
I recently bought an old Victorian house.
   
Ito ay nasa masamang kalagayan, ngunit nakita ko ang potensyal nito.
   
It was in a bad condition, but I saw potential.
   
Sinimulan ko ang pagplano para sa renovasyon.
   
I started planning the renovation.
   
Una, gumawa ako ng listahan ng mga kailangang gawin.
   
First, I made a list of necessary works.
   
Pagkatapos, sinimulan kong maghanap ng mga manggagawa.
   
Then, I started looking for craftsmen.
   
Hindi ito madali, hanapin ang mga tamang tao.
   
It wasn't easy to find the right people.
   
Ngunit hindi ako sumuko at sa wakas ay nakahanap ako ng mahusay na koponan.
   
But I didn't give up and finally found a great team.
   
Sinimulan naming i-renovate ang bahay.
   
We began to renovate the house.
   
Ito ay malaking trabaho, ngunit hinarap namin ang hamon.
   
It was a lot of work, but we took up the challenge.
   
Araw-araw, nakikita ko ang mga pagbabago at ito ay napaka-fulfilling.
   
Every day, I saw improvements and it was very fulfilling.
   
Sa wakas, natapos ang bahay at ako ay proud sa aming naabot.
   
Finally, the house was finished, and I was proud of what we had accomplished.
   
Ang lumang bahay na Victorian style ay ngayon ay isang magandang tahanan.
   
The old Victorian house was now a beautiful home.
   
Ito ay isang mahaba at nakakapagod na proseso, ngunit ito ay sulit.
   
It was a long and exhausting process, but it was worth it.
   
Ako ay excited na simulan ang aking susunod na proyektong pag-renovate.
   
I am looking forward to starting my next renovation project.
  2.   
Mga pangungusap na B1 na nagpapakita ng tamaang paggamit ng mga pang-aring pampossessive
B1 sentences demonstrating the correct use of possessive pronouns
   
Ang iyong kabaitan ang pinaka-aking pinahahalagahan sayo.
   
Your kindness is what I appreciate most about you.
   
Ang kanilang lumang bahay ay may natatanging alindog.
   
Your old house has a special charm.
   
Ang kanyang paraan ng pagsusulat ay talagang natatangi.
   
His way of writing is very unique.
   
Iniwan sa amin ng aming lola ang kanyang kwintas.
   
Our grandmother left us this necklace.
   
Ang kanyang kasiglahan para sa sining ay nakakahawa.
   
His enthusiasm for art is infectious.
   
Ito ang kanyang paboritong restawran sa siyudad.
   
This is her favorite restaurant in the city.
   
Ang iyong katapatan ay kahanga-hanga.
   
Your honesty is admirable.
   
Ang aming bahay ay may kahanga-hangang tanawin ng dagat.
   
Our house has a beautiful view of the sea.
   
Ang kanyang kreatibidad ay talagang kahanga-hanga.
   
Her creativity is really impressive.
   
Ang kanyang ama ay may malaking aklatan.
   
Her father has a large library.
   
Nawala ng aking kaibigan ang kanyang mga susi.
   
My friend lost his keys.
   
Ang kanyang guro ay napakahigpit.
   
Her teacher is very strict.
   
Ang iyong kapatid na lalaki ay may magaling na pakiramdam ng humor.
   
Your brother has a great sense of humor.
   
Ito ang aming bagong kotse.
   
This is our new car.
   
Ang kanyang mga sapatos ay napaka-elegante.
   
Her shoes are very stylish.
   
Ang aking ama ay kanyang sariling nagtayo ng mesang ito.
   
My father built this table himself.
   
Ang kanyang pusa ay napaka-kyut.
   
Her cat is very cute.
   
Ang iyong ina ay magaling magluto.
   
Your mother cooks excellently.
   
Ang kanyang mga kapatid ay napaka-sporty.
   
His siblings are very athletic.
   
Ito ang kanyang paboritong pelikula.
   
This is her favorite movie.
  3.   
Usapan: Pagtatalakay sa iyong mga paboritong pelikula at palabas sa telebisyon, kasama ang mga genre at mga aktor
Conversation: Discussion about your favorite movies and TV series, including genres and actors
   
Anong uri ng mga pelikula at serye sa telebisyon ang pinakagusto mong panoorin?
   
What kind of movies and TV series do you prefer to watch?
   
Talagang gusto ko ang mga science-fiction at adventure films.
   
I really like science fiction and adventure movies.
   
Mayroon ka bang paboritong aktor o aktres?
   
Do you have a favorite actor or actress?
   
Oo, ako ay isang malaking tagahanga ni Leonardo DiCaprio.
   
Yes, I am a big fan of Leonardo DiCaprio.
   
Anong serye sa telebisyon ang pinaka-irerekomenda mo?
   
Which TV series do you recommend the most?
   
Inirerekomenda ko ang 'Stranger Things', ang serye ay talagang kapana-panabik.
   
I recommend 'Stranger Things', the series is very exciting.
   
Ano ang iyong paboritong pelikula sa lahat ng panahon?
   
What is your all-time favorite movie?
   
Ang aking paboritong pelikula ay 'Ang Padrino'.
   
My favorite movie is 'The Godfather'.
   
Gusto ko rin ng mga documentary, lalo na yung mga tungkol sa kalikasan at kapaligiran.
   
I also like documentaries, especially those that deal with nature and environment.
  1.   
Ang pioneering na gawain para sa pagtulak ng pag-unlad sa mga teknolohiya ng renewable na enerhiya
Pioneering work for the breakthrough in renewable energy technologies
   
Ako si Zainab, isang mapanlikhang siyentista mula sa Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
   
I am Zainab, an inventive scientist from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
   
Ang aking pangarap ay pagkalooban ang mundo ng sustainable na enerhiya sa pamamagitan ng pagbuo ng mga bagong teknolohiya.
   
My vision is to power the world with sustainable energy by developing new technologies.
   
Isang araw, natuklasan ko ang isang paraan upang mas epektibo at mas mura ang paggawa ng solar cells.
   
One day, I discovered a way to manufacture solar cells more efficiently and cost-effectively.
   
Ito ay magpapadali sa pag-access ng maraming tao sa malinis na enerhiya sa buong mundo.
   
This would make access to clean energy easier for many people around the world.
   
Gayunpaman, ang trabaho ay mahirap at nangangailangan ng maraming taon ng masigasig na pananaliksik at pagpapaunlad.
   
However, the work was challenging and required many years of intense research and development.
   
Matapos ang walang katapusang mga eksperimento at pagpapabuti, nagtagumpay kaming dalhin ang teknolohiya sa pagiging handa para sa merkado.
   
After countless experiments and improvements, we were able to bring the technology to market maturity.
   
Ang tagumpay ay dumating nang isang malaking enerhiya kumpanya ay nagpakita ng interes sa aming teknolohiya.
   
The breakthrough came when a major energy company showed interest in our technology.
   
Sila ay nag-invest sa aming kumpanya at tinulungan kaming palakihin ang produksyon.
   
They invested in our company and helped us increase production.
   
Ang aming mga pinagmulang enerhiya na renewable ay ginamit sa buong mundo at nag-ambag sa pagbawas ng carbon emissions.
   
Our renewable energy sources were used worldwide and contributed to reducing carbon emissions.
   
Ngayon, ako ay proud na aking naiambag ang aking bahagi upang gawing mas maganda ang mundo.
   
Today, I am proud to have contributed to making the world a better place.
   
Ngunit ang paglalakbay ay hindi nagtatapos dito.
   
But the journey doesn't end here.
   
Determinado akong patuloy na mag-develop ng makabago at inobatibong teknolohiya na magpapabuti sa ating buhay at magpoprotekta sa ating planeta.
   
I am determined to continue developing innovative technologies that improve our lives and protect our planet.
  2.   
B2 Pangungusap na nagpapakita ng papel ng mga pangtukuyang panghalip
B2 sentences on the role of demonstrative pronouns
   
Ang mga punong iyon na nakikita mo sa background ay may edad na ng maraming siglo.
   
Those trees that you see in the background are several centuries old.
   
Ang pinturang ito na nakasabit sa sulok ay mula sa Renaissance.
   
This painting hanging in the corner originates from the Renaissance.
   
Ang mga librong ito dito ay ang batayan para sa aking pananaliksik.
   
These books here form the foundation for my research.
   
Ang mga ibong iyan sa hawla ay bihirang uri.
   
Those birds over there in the cage are rare species.
   
Ang mga bulaklak na ito na iyong itinanim ay napakaganda ng pagkakabulaklak.
   
These flowers that you planted bloomed wonderfully.
   
Ang mga eskulturang iyon doon ay mula sa ika-18 na siglo.
   
Those sculptures over there are from the 18th century.
   
Ang siyudad na ito, kung saan ako nakatira, ay may mayamang kasaysayan.
   
This city where I live has a rich history.
   
Ang lalaking iyon doon sa kabila ay isang kilalang manunulat.
   
That man over there is a famous writer.
   
Ang bundok na ito na iyong nakikita ay ang pinakamataas sa rehiyon.
   
This mountain you see is the highest in the region.
   
Ang kwentong ito na iyong isinasalaysay ay kagila-gilalas.
   
This story you are telling is fascinating.
   
Ang mga ulap na iyon doon ay nagpapahiwatig ng isang bagyo.
   
Those clouds there announce a storm.
   
Ang tulay na ito na ating tatawirin ay itinayo noong nakaraang siglo.
   
This bridge we are crossing was built last century.
   
Ang tula na ito na iyong binigkas ay labis akong natamaan.
   
This poem you recited has deeply touched me.
   
Ang ilog na iyon na ating nakita kahapon ay lubhang kilala.
   
That river we saw yesterday is very famous.
   
Ang mga salitang iyong binitiwan ay mananatili sa akin.
   
These words you said stay with me.
   
Ang barkong iyon doon sa labas ay talagang matanda na.
   
That ship out there is very old.
   
Ang punong mansanas na ito dito ay itinanim ng aking lolo.
   
This apple tree here was planted by my grandfather.
   
Ang kantang iyon na kinakanta niya ay totoong maganda.
   
That song she sings is very beautiful.
   
Ang karanasang ito na iyong nakuha ay napakahalaga.
   
This experience you had is very valuable.
   
Ang bundok na iyon na makikita sa malayo ay isang sikat na destinasyon para sa paghahiking.
   
That mountain seen in the distance is a popular hiking destination.
  3.   
Usapan: Ibahagi ang inyong mga pakikipagsapalaran sa pagbiyahe at pag-usapan ang mga kultural na pagkikita
Conversation: Share your travel adventures and discuss cultural encounters
   
Sa aking paglalakbay patungong Thailand, nakasalamuha ko ang kagiliw-giliw na halo ng tradisyon at modernidad.
   
During my trip to Thailand, I encountered a fascinating mix of tradition and modernity.
   
Nakabisita na ba kayo sa mga kaakit-akit na templo ng Angkor sa Cambodia?
   
Have you ever visited the fascinating temples of Angkor in Cambodia?
   
Lubos akong namangha sa pagiging hospitable ng mga tao sa Japan.
   
The hospitality of the people in Japan deeply impressed me.
   
Anong mga natatanging karanasang kultural ang naranasan ninyo sa inyong mga paglalakbay?
   
What extraordinary cultural experiences have you had on your travels?
   
Ang nakakamanghang arkitektura sa Dubai ay tunay na isang kaluguran para sa mga mata.
   
The breathtaking architecture in Dubai is a feast for the eyes.
   
Naranasan nyo na ba ang natatanging mga tradisyon sa pagkain sa India?
   
Have you experienced the unique culinary traditions of India?
   
Ang aking paglalakbay sa loob ng Peruvian na rainforest ay naging isang tunay na pakikipagsapalaran.
   
My trek through the Peruvian rainforest was a real adventure.
   
Anong mga bansa ang iyong nabisita na may malalim na epekto sa iyo?
   
Which countries have you visited that had a profound impact on you?
   
Ang pagkikita ko sa mga Maasai sa Kenya ay naging isang karanasang nagbago sa aking buhay.
   
Meeting the Maasai in Kenya was a life-changing experience.
   
Ang paglalakbay ay hindi lamang nagbubukas ng ating mga mata, kundi pati na rin ng ating puso para sa bagong mga kultura.
   
Traveling not only opens our eyes but also our hearts to new cultures.
  1.   
Pamumuno sa isang makabagong proyektong pananaliksik sa henetikang inhinyero
Leading a groundbreaking research project in genetic engineering
   
Si Marta, isang natatanging geneticist sa masiglang lungsod ng San Francisco, ay nahaharap sa isang hamon.
   
Marta, an outstanding geneticist in the vibrant city of San Francisco, was faced with a challenge.
   
Siya ay namumuno sa isang koponan ng mga siyentipiko sa pagpapatupad ng isang makabago at pasulong na proyektong pananaliksik hinggil sa pagbabago ng genetiko ng mga halaman.
   
She led a team of scientists in conducting a cutting-edge research project on genetic modification of plants.
   
Sinusubukan nilang baguhin ang trigo upang ito ay makapagtanim sa ilalim ng ekstremong mga kondisyon ng klima.
   
They were trying to modify wheat so that it could grow in extreme climate conditions.
   
Ginugol ni Marta ang walang katapusang oras sa laboratoryo, pinag-aaralan ang mga sekwenyang henetiko at binabago ang mga gene.
   
Marta spent countless hours in the lab, analyzing genetic sequences and modifying genes.
   
Sa kabila ng mga pagsubok at kawalan ng katiyakan, nanatili siyang optimistiko at determinado.
   
Despite the challenges and uncertainty, she always kept her optimism and determination.
   
Naniniwala siyang buo na may kakayahan ang kanyang trabaho na baguhin ang mundo at labanan ang gutom at kahirapan.
   
She firmly believed that her work had the potential to change the world and combat hunger and poverty.
   
Si Marta at ang kanyang koponan ay walang pagod na nagtatrabaho, palaging naghahanap ng susunod na makabuluhang tagumpay.
   
Marta and her team worked tirelessly, always in search of the next breakthrough.
   
Nalampasan nila ang mga pagbabalikwas, ipinagdiwang ang maliliit na tagumpay, at patuloy na natututo.
   
They overcame setbacks, celebrated small victories, and constantly learned.
   
Pagkatapos ng maraming taon ng pananaliksik at walang bilang na mga eksperimento, wakas ay nakamit nila ang isang mahalagang tagumpay.
   
After years of research and countless experiments, they finally achieved a significant breakthrough.
   
Sila ay lumikha ng isang genetikong binagong uri ng trigo na kayang lumago sa ilalim ng ekstremong mga kondisyon.
   
They had created a genetically modified wheat variety that could thrive in extreme conditions.
   
Nadama ni Marta ang isang alon ng pagmamalaki at kaganapan nang makita niya ang tagumpay ng kanyang gawain.
   
Marta felt a wave of pride and fulfillment as she saw the success of her work.
   
Ang kanyang pananaliksik ay may potensyal na tumulong sa milyun-milyong tao at labanan ang gutom sa mundo.
   
Her research had the potential to help millions of people and combat world hunger.
   
Siya ay proud na maging bahagi ng ganitong makabago at mapanibagong gawain na lumalampas sa mga limitasyon ng kung ano ang maaari.
   
She was proud to be part of such groundbreaking work that pushed the boundaries of the possible.
   
May damdamin ng pag-asa at optimismo, tinitignan ni Marta ang hinaharap, handa para sa mga susunod na hamon na darating sa kanyang landasin.
   
With a sense of hope and optimism, Marta looked to the future, ready for the next challenges that would come her way.
  2.   
Usapan: Pag-usap tungkol sa iyong karanasan sa mga lideratong papel at pamamahala ng koponan
Conversation: Discussing your experiences in leadership roles and team management
   
Sa aking papel bilang lider ng koponan, agad kong napansin na mahigpit na kailangan ang epektibong komunikasyon.
   
In my role as team leader, I quickly realized that effective communication is crucial.
   
Minsan, kailangang gumawa ng mahirap na desisyon na nakakaapekto sa buong koponan.
   
Sometimes it is necessary to make difficult decisions that affect the entire team.
   
Tungkulin ko ang pag-motivate sa koponan habang tinutiyak na ang trabaho ay epektibong natatapos.
   
It was my job to motivate the team while ensuring that the work gets done effectively.
   
Natutunan ko na ang pag-unawa sa mga indibidwal na lakas at kahinaan ng bawat miyembro ng koponan ay lubhang mahalaga.
   
I learned that understanding the individual strengths and weaknesses of each team member is of great importance.
   
Minsan, kinailangan kong lutasin ang mga alitan sa loob ng koponan at makahanap ng makatarungang kompromiso.
   
Sometimes I had to resolve conflicts within the team and find a fair compromise.
   
Ang pagbuo ng isang bukas at suportadong kultura ay mahalagang bahagi ng aking pilosopiya sa pamumuno.
   
Developing an open and supportive culture was an important part of my leadership philosophy.
   
Ang pagpapahalaga sa kontribusyon ng bawat isa at ang pagtaguyod ng pagkakaisa ay susi sa aming tagumpay.
   
Appreciating each individual's contribution and fostering cohesion were keys to our success.
   
Nakilala ko rin ang pangangailangan na magbigay at tumanggap ng patuloy na feedback upang itaguyod ang paglago at pagpapabuti.
   
I also recognized the need to give and receive continuous feedback to promote growth and improvement.
   
Pinakita sa akin ng aking karanasan na ang pamumuno ay ang paghihikayat sa iba na ibigay ang kanilang pinakamahusay.
   
My experience has shown me that leadership means inspiring others to give their best.
  1.   
Koordinasyon ng isang global na tugon sa isang malawakang Cyber-Atake sa mga kritikal na imprastruktura
Coordination of a global response to a massive cyber attack on critical infrastructures
   
Isang tahimik at bituing-gabi iyon, nang lumitaw ang nakababahalang mga babala sa mga screen ng mga Security Center sa buong mundo.
   
It was a quiet and starlit night when ominous warning messages began to appear on the screens of security centers around the world.
   
Ako si Jin-ho, isang mataas na network security analyst na nakabase sa Seoul, at kakatapos ko lamang ilagay ang aking tasa ng kape nang unang warning signal ay kumislap sa aking monitor.
   
I am Jin-ho, a high-ranking network security analyst based in Seoul, and I had just set down my coffee cup when the first warning signal started flashing on my monitor.
   
Sa loob ng ilang segundo, naging malinaw sa akin na hindi ito isang pangkaraniwang insidente ng seguridad.
   
Within a few seconds, it became clear to me that we were not dealing with an everyday security incident here.
   
Isang hindi pa nakikilalang aktor ang nagdulot ng isang maayos na koordinadong atake sa mga kritikal na imprastruktura sa buong mundo.
   
An unidentified actor was conducting a highly coordinated attack on critical infrastructures worldwide.
   
Habang lalong lumilinaw ang saklaw ng atake, tinawagan ko ang aking mga kasamahan sa Tokyo, Washington, at London upang mag-ugnay ng isang global na plano ng tugon.
   
As the scope of the attack became more and more clear, I called my colleagues in Tokyo, Washington, and London to coordinate a global response plan.
   
Ang hamon ay walang katulad, ngunit kailangan naming mag-concentrate sa pagkuha ng kontrol sa gitna ng global na krisis na ito.
   
The challenge was unprecedented, but we had to focus on taking the helm in this global crisis.
   
Sa gitna ng kaguluhan, kami ay nakipag-ugnayan sa mga eksperto at mga gobyerno sa buong mundo upang pag-usapan ang susunod na hakbang at magkoordinasyon ng isang epektibong countermeasure.
   
Amid the chaos, we connected with experts and governments around the world to discuss the next steps and coordinate an effective countermeasure.
   
Itong malalim na atake ay nagpapalakas ng pangangailangan para sa mga bansa na magtulungan upang gawing mas ligtas ang cyberspace.
   
This massive attack underscores the need for countries to work together to make cyberspace safer.
  2.   
Usapan: Pagbabahagi ng ekspertis hinggil sa diplomasyang internasyonal at geopolitika
Conversation: Exchange of expert insights on international diplomacy and geopolitics
   
Ang geopolitika ay isang kumplikado at dinamikong disiplina na sumusuri sa interaksyon ng kapangyarihan, espasyo, at oras sa antas ng pandaigdig.
   
Geopolitics is a complex and dynamic discipline that examines the interaction of power, space, and time on a global scale.
   
Paano mo aasessin ang kasalukuyang tanawin ng geopolitika?
   
How would you assess the current geopolitical landscape?
   
Sa harap ng mga kamakailang tensyon at pagbabago sa geopolitika, ang mundo ay tila sumasailalim sa patuloy na pagbabago.
   
Considering recent tensions and geopolitical changes, the world seems to be subject to constant change.
   
Anong papel ang ginagampanan ng diplomasya sa kontekstong ito na patuloy na nagbabago?
   
What role does diplomacy play in this constantly changing context?
   
Ang diplomasya ay gumaganap bilang isang pangunahing kasangkapan upang mapalaganap ang diyalogo, malutas ang mga alitan, at mapanatili ang mga ugnayang internasyonal.
   
Diplomacy serves as a fundamental tool for promoting dialogue, resolving conflicts, and maintaining international relations.
   
Maari ba kayong magbigay ng analisis sa isang kasalukuyang geopolitikong tunggalian at ang inyong pagsusuri dito?
   
Could you analyze a current geopolitical conflict and give your assessment?
   
Ang patuloy na tensyon sa pagitan ng mga malalaking kapangyarihan ay may potensyal na seryosong baguhin ang balanse ng geopolitika.
   
The ongoing tensions between the major powers have the potential to seriously disrupt the geopolitical balance.
   
Paano makatutulong ang mga hakbang pang-diplomasya upang mabawasan ang ganitong mga tensyon?
   
How could diplomatic measures contribute to easing such tensions?
   
Sa pamamagitan ng konstruktibong negosasyon at hangarin na makipagtulungan, maari ang mga diplomatiko na magtakda ng pundasyon para sa mas mapayapang hinaharap.
   
Through constructive negotiations and a willingness to cooperate, diplomats can lay the foundation for a more peaceful future.

Frequently asked questions
... about the bilingual stories


Frequently asked questions
... about content and navigation


Frequently asked questions
... on using and customising the texts


Frequently asked questions
... about learning progress


Frequently asked questions
... about ordering and access


    I have further questions


    We will be happy to answer any further questions you may have in our customer support portal.
     
    order Filipino-English stories
     

Order your Filipino-English stories here:


 
money-back guarantee
 
You are protected by our money-back guarantee:
 
Test the language course without any risk.
If you are not completely satisfied, we will refund 100% of the purchase price.
No questions asked.

 

Select your course here:

   Secure Order:

 
 
Money-back guarantee:
You can cancel your purchase at any time during the first 31 days and get a full refund of your money.
 
 
You will receive the software as an online course:
  • You can start learning immediately!
  • You don't have to install anything, you learn online.
  • The online course works with Windows, Mac OS and Linux, on iPhone and Android smartphones, on iPad and Android tablets.
  • Access to the online course is valid for 10 years.
  • You can cancel your purchase at any time during the first 31 days and get your money back.
  • More than 540,000 individuals have successfully acquired a new language through 17 Minute Languages.
  • All prices include VAT.

What sets this language course apart from the competition?


rapid progress

Quick progress:

This software program will make learning Filipino fun and easy in breathtaking time.
software

Sophisticated software:

We first released this software in 2002.
Our developers revise it every year and with the greatest attention to detail.
daily tasks

Varied daily tasks:

Varied daily tasks and a huge selection of learning methods will motivate you to continue learning every day.
unique learning methods

Unique learning methods:

With the long-term memory learning method and daily tasks tailored to you, you will learn Filipino in record time.
no subscription

No subscription model:

Your access is valid for 10 years, you only pay once.
exclusive learning community

Exclusive learning community:

Form connections with people of similar interests in our learning community.