
In this lesson, we will talk about the vowels used in Bisaya and how they are pronounced.
Join a video quiz for practical Bisaya basics, practicing key Bisaya words and numbers from one to ten and common phrases like asa ang tindahan diri.
Practice pronunciation by reading Bisaya words aloud, pause the countdown timer to think, and guess each word’s meaning from pictures like balay, sakyanan, gwapo, magtutudlo, pagkaon, bulawan, and pangutana.
Learn to introduce yourself in Bisaya using ako si and taga for nationality. Use akong ngalan kay and gapuyo ko sa to express your name and where you live.
Master time-of-day greetings in bisaya by pairing 'maayo' with buntag, udto, hapon, and gabii, as in 'maayong buntag', using mnemonic 'bring us healthy groceries' to recall B U H G.
Time of Day Video Exercise: Imagine you are greeting the person in the image, based on the time of day, use the correct greeting
In this video we will talk about how to address random people, acquaintances and friends in Bisaya.
Answer English questions using Bisaya in this part of the video quiz to practice practical Bisaya communication.
Identify Philippine peso coins by color, size, and design, recognize current and old coin designs, and compare banknotes by color and denomination to avoid misreading bills.
Understand currency exchange rates and why they matter when traveling. Double-check rates with banks or the internet, use certified ATMs or airport kiosks, and never hand cash to strangers.
Learn to avoid scams when exchanging money by verifying genuine banknotes with an infographic and by inspecting the note under bright light for see-through features or portraits.
Learn practical bisaya through real life money scenarios, from jeepney fares and coin recognition to pesos and dollar exchanges, with emphasis on checking coin numbers and understanding exchange rates.
Participate in a video quiz that tests if a money combination buys the product, choose yes or no, and check your answers after the quiz.
Explore the video quiz key to practice practical Bisaya for beginners and assess your foundational skills.
Learn practical bisaya for getting around and using public transportation, including pasayloa ko and pwede ba ko mangutana. Use asa for where, with examples like asa ang restroom.
Learn Bisaya direction words for beginners: wala for left, tuo for right, diretso for go straight, and liko for turn, including pass through as a directional concept.
Learn to ask how much to pay in Bisaya using 'Tagpila,' practice shopping phrases, and remember the tap tap cue to add a place with an s.
Learn to ride jeepneys by checking the signboard for street names and landmarks. Research your destination and ask the driver whether the jeepney is heading there.
Learn essential Bisaya phrases to express travel problems, such as being lost or losing items like your passport, and handle payment issues like lacking coins and too much change.
Test your Bisaya skills with a video quiz focused on finding the right jeepney, helping beginners navigate common transport phrases and practical language use.
Engage in a video quiz titled finding the right jeepney, designed to reinforce practical Bisaya for beginners.
Discover common Bisaya responses you hear from staff and how to interpret yes we have, they don't sell it, or nothing, for practical everyday communication.
Learn Bisaya phrases to inquire about electronic products, including how long the warranty is and the return policy, and how to express something as broken.
Learn how to request changes to orders in Bisaya using polite question structures like is it possible to..., and explore flexible forms based on Filipino and Tagalog usage.
Learn two common Bisaya sentence structures, vso and s-v-o, master negative sentences with no at the beginning, and practice open-ended and yes/no questions using wh-question words.
Mabuhay! Kumusta?
(Long live! How are you?)
Hello and welcome to the course, Practical Bisaya for Beginners where you will learn various vocabularies and expressions to help you communicate with Bisaya speakers in the Philippines.
This course covers the following topics:
Category 1-Introduction to learning Bisaya
What is Bisaya?
Basic Pronunciation rules
Vowels
Consonants
Double Vowels
Practice
Category 2- Proper way to introduce yourself
Greeting and departure phrases
Titles
Introducing yourself
Greetings for the time of the day
Gestures
Practice
Category 3- Understanding the currency
Exchange rate (USD to Php)
Coins
Paper Bills
Calculating (pricing- how many coins needed to pay for etc)
Common scams and how to avoid them
Real-life applications
Practice
Category 4 -Learning how to use public transportation
Getting around
Riding the jeepney/taxi
Places
Distance
Fare
Common Problems
Practice
Category 5- Learn how to shop with confidence
Inquiring
Buying & Bargaining
Agree/Disagree
Practice
Category 6- Basic dining tips
Invitation
Ordering food
Requesting changes to the order
Inquiry
Describing the food
Practice
Category 7-
Making sentences
Practice
Thank you for your interest, time, and effort in giving attention to Bisaya!
I greatly appreciate your support and will strive to make much better and relevant courses in the future the might be related to this dialect.
Should you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please let me know.
Have a nice day and I hope you have fun learning!