Joe T. · Parent & learner
Learning the language he hopes to pass on.
It was like I gained a superpower haha.
A home for Filipinos around the world.
Learn your family’s language.
50% off for Filipino American History Month, through Oct 31.
Everyday Tagalog lessons, speaking practice, and a real Filipino coach.
Start for $6.67/moThe discount applies on the web only.
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The Tahanan app
Learn your family’s language.
Learn everyday Tagalog with lessons, review, and speaking practice in the Tahanan app. For the conversations you’ve been meaning to have.
Practice with a real Filipino coach and an AI speaking partner, in the same app.
A little practice, in their words.
More reviews“highly recommend. the knowledge compounds over time, you learn phrases that are actually useful, and it breaks down the nuances of the language that aren’t easily defined elsewhere.”
“This app has been great so far. It’s easy to use, and very encouraging which helps me feel motivated. It can be tricky to stay motivated to learn the language especially in diaspora!”
“I really enjoy the activities and prompts to engage you, especially the challenges from Coach Darlyn and the phone calls. I’m able to practice my Tagalog and get better each day!”
“I’ve been doing it for about 3-4 months now daily and my most shocked was watching a video online and being able to follow the convo for a bit. I wasn’t perfect but I found myself not having to read caption in English as much. Absolutely love it!”
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Community voices beside coverage of Tahanan.
Vanessa · Learner
Learning for the people she loves.
I wanted to learn Tagalog for my boyfriend and because the Philippines is my favorite travel destination.
Luke · Our founder
I wanted to feel closer to home.
Tahanan began with my own search for connection. This is why I built it.
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Ideastream Public Media · Feature
Coding for culture: How this Northeast Ohioan used his tech skills to connect with his Filipino roots
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Tahanan games
A little play, every day.
Free daily puzzles inspired by Filipino language and culture.
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Free e-book, and Letters from Tahanan.
Four beginner Tagalog lessons, plus stories, resources, and news from our community. One signup for both.
See what’s inside the free Tagalog e-bookThe free e-book arrives with Letters from Tahanan.
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Thank you for joining. Here’s your free e-book.
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The Tahanan app has everyday Tagalog lessons, review, and speaking practice.
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Start for $6.67/moThe discount applies on the web only.
A little thank-you, if you’d like to keep learning.
The Tahanan app has everyday Tagalog lessons, review, and speaking practice.
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Usapan conversation cards and How you make it, our family recipe book.
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What does Tahanan mean?
Tahanan means “home” in Tagalog.
Home can be a person, a language, a memory, or a place. It doesn’t have to look the same for everyone.
There’s no one way to be Filipino. Wherever you were born, however you grew up, you already belong.
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