

One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Ilona will be happy to arrange your first Tagalog lesson.
Ilona
One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Ilona will be happy to arrange your first Tagalog lesson.
- Rate Rs 946
- Response 6h
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Students50+
Number of students Ilona has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Ilona has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

Rs 946/h
1st lesson free
- Tagalog
Master Conversational Tagalog with a Friendly Native Speaker Dedicated to Sharing Deep Cultural Insights
- Tagalog
Lesson location
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One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Ilona will be happy to arrange your first Tagalog lesson.
About Ilona
Mabuhay! I’m Ilona.
As a native speaker born and raised in the Philippines, I don’t just teach Tagalog—I share the soul of my mother tongue. My background is rooted in academia, where I am currently pursuing a PhD in Agricultural Economics. This means I bring a high level of discipline, precision, and intellectual depth to our lessons, ensuring you aren't just memorizing words, but truly understanding how the language functions.
Beyond the books, I am a business owner and a parent living right in the heart of Bicol. My teaching style is amiable, patient, and encouraging. Whether we are navigating the complex world of Tagalog affixes or practicing casual conversation for your next trip to the islands, I create a space where you can feel confident making mistakes and growing at your own pace.
Why learn with me?
Native Precision: I’ll help you catch the subtle nuances that textbooks (and AI!) often miss.
Cultural Context: Learn the "why" behind our expressions and the beauty of talinghaga.
Flexible & Supportive: I adapt to your goals—whether they are professional, academic, or personal.
Let’s skip the "robot" phrasing and start speaking the authentic Tagalog that builds real connections.
I can’t wait to meet you!
About the lesson
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levels :
Primary
Lower Secondary
O-level
Lower Six
Upper Six
Diploma
Continuous Professional Development
Master's
Doctorate
MBA
Pre-primary
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Other Professional Training
Basic
Intermediate
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Kids
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Kumusta? Are you looking to speak Tagalog with true heart and local soul?
Learning a new language is a journey, and I’m here to make sure yours is filled with encouragement and genuine connection. As a native speaker with a deep-seated love for the nuances of my mother tongue, I offer more than just grammar drills.
What you can expect from our sessions:
A Warm, Patient Environment: No pressure, just friendly conversations tailored to your pace.
Beyond the Basics: We’ll dive into the richness of talinghaga (metaphors), cultural context, and the "natural" way we actually speak.
Practical Fluency: Whether for travel, family, or personal growth, I’ll help you find your voice in Tagalog.
Let’s turn those "mo" and "po" into confident, flowing sentences!
Learn from me, because even the AI gets it wrong!
Message me today to start our first lesson.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Ilona is my daughter. She graduated with honors, and has graduate education in Economics. She is a good teacher. I highly recommend her.
She is so inspiring! Thanks to her support, I finished my MBA on time.
Ilona is an expert in Economics. She is able to comprehend the pain points of students and provide the appropriate support. She helped me hurdle difficult Economics subjects because she knows how to explain complex Economic theories in a way that is easy to understand.
I highly recommend Ilona as a teacher. She is an expert in Economics with a PhD level of education.
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Rates
Rate
- Rs 946
Pack prices
- 5h: Rs 4,730
- 10h: Rs 9,460
free lessons
The first free lesson with Ilona will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30mins
online
- Rs 946/h
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