Tagalog Word

How to Say "School" in Tagalog

Learn how to say school in Tagalog. paaralan. Pronunciation, usage notes, and example sentences.

Quick answer

School in Tagalog is "paaralan".

Pronunciation

Say it as pah-ah-rah-lahn.

Usage and cultural notes

You may also hear eskuwela in casual speech.

Use paaralan for school; eskuwela is a common informal alternative.

Example sentences

Malapit ang paaralan.

The school is nearby.

directions

Pupunta ako sa paaralan.

I am going to school.

daily life

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