Say Sun, Rain, and Rainbow the Filipino Way
Tagalog is full of vibrant, nature-inspired words and some of the most fun to learn are the ones we use to describe the sky! In the Philippines, children grow up speaking about the weather every day. From the bright sun to sudden rain and magical rainbows, these simple words are part of everyday conversations.
Here are three nature words that kids love:
Araw – This word means both sun and day in Tagalog. It’s bright, short, and used all the time.
Ulan – Rain in Tagalog. It’s soft and fun to say, especially when kids watch it pour during tropical storms.
Bahaghari – The magical word for rainbow. It comes from bahag (loincloth or colorful cloth) and hari (king), meaning “king’s colorful cloth.”
These words are not only useful, they’re also full of rhythm and meaning. Kids often learn them through songs, picture books, or daily life especially in a country where the weather changes quickly!
Programs like Dinolingo make learning these kinds of words even more exciting. Through vivid images, animated videos, and simple repetition, children learn how to connect the word with what they see outside like pointing to the araw during a walk or saying ulan when it starts to drizzle.
Try These Fun Activities
Weather Drawing Day
Ask your child to draw a picture of the weather and label it in Tagalog—sun, rain, or rainbow.
Tagalog Weather Song
Make up a simple song using the words araw, ulan, and bahaghari. Use hand motions to act them out!
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