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of the word “pala”
Tuloy ka This literally means “come in” but can also mean “Welcome!”
Mga Pangungusap
Practice saying the below sentences aloud, to get a feel for how this lesson's
vocabulary and grammar work in Filipino.
1. Nakaupo ang mga estudyante. The students are sitting.
2. Nakatayo ang mga guro. The teachers are standing.
3. Pumunta si Clara sa bahay ni Maria. Clara went to Maria's house.
4. Umupo si Clara. Clara sat down.
Dagdag-Aral
Mga Pautos Na Pangungusap (Sentences that express a command)
Practice the following commands. Please note that it is more common to use
numbers 3 and 4, because politeness is important in Filipino culture.
1. Tumayo ka! Stand!
2. Umupo ka! Sit!
3. Maupo ka!/Maupo po kayo! Please sit down.
4. Tumayo po kayo! Please sit down.
Gawain
Using the dialogue you read earlier as a guide, practice doing a role-play.
Sitwasyon (Situation) : Bumisita sa bahay ng kaibigan.
Dayalogo: Gusto Mo Ba ng Kape? (Would you like some
coffee?)
Read the dialogue below. After completing this chapter, practice this dialogue using
your own information.
MARIA : Gusto mo ba ng kape?
Would you like some coffee?
