Tagalog Loanwords in English

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Instructions: From boondocks to yo-yo, discover the Filipino Tagalog words that have found a home in English!

1.
The word 'boondocks' comes from the Tagalog 'bundok.' What does 'bundok' mean?
A
Countryside
B
Swamp
C
Mountain
D
Jungle
2.
Which popular toy's name likely comes from the Tagalog word 'yoyo'?
A
Top
B
Yo-yo
C
Frisbee
D
Slinky
3.
The word 'cogon' (a type of tropical grass) comes from Tagalog. What is cogon grass known for?
A
Being one of the world's most invasive weeds
B
Making excellent rope
C
Having medicinal properties
D
Being edible
4.
Which English slang word meaning 'to eat' or 'food' may have roots in the Tagalog 'kain' (to eat)?
A
Chow
B
Nosh
C
Munch
D
Grub
5.
The Tagalog word 'barangay' entered English to describe what?
A
A traditional dance
B
A type of boat
C
A tribal council
D
The smallest administrative division in the Philippines
6.
Which word for a type of water buffalo comes from the Tagalog 'kalabaw'?
A
Bison
B
Yak
C
Gaur
D
Carabao
7.
The word 'abaca' (Manila hemp) comes from Tagalog. What is abaca used to make?
A
Food products
B
Building materials
C
Rope, paper, and tea bags
D
Clothing fabric
8.
Which Tagalog-derived English word refers to an older woman who acts as a chaperone?
A
Duenna
B
Lola
C
Matron
D
Ate
9.
The word 'boondocks' was popularized in American English during which war?
A
The Vietnam War
B
World War I
C
World War II and the Philippine-American War
D
The Korean War
10.
Which Tagalog word for a type of formal men's shirt is recognized internationally?
A
Barong Tagalog
B
Kurta
C
Guayabera
D
Polo
11.
The Tagalog word 'kundiman' is used in English to describe what?
A
A cooking style
B
A traditional Filipino love song
C
A martial art
D
A type of dance
12.
Which word for a Philippine outrigger canoe has entered English from Tagalog?
A
Bangka
B
Kayak
C
Catamaran
D
Pirogue
13.
The word 'ylang-ylang' (a fragrant flower) comes from Tagalog. What does the name suggest?
A
Sweet smell
B
Tropical beauty
C
Yellow blossom
D
Flower of flowers or wilderness
14.
Which Tagalog-derived word describes the Filipino concept of communal unity and helping one another?
A
Mabuhay
B
Utang na loob
C
Bayanihan
D
Pakikisama
15.
The Tagalog greeting 'mabuhay' is sometimes used in English-language contexts. What does it mean?
A
Peace be with you
B
Hello friend
C
Good morning
D
Long live or welcome

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