Basic English vocabulary for nannies
- outielisa9
- May 28
- 2 min read
50 Useful Words and Phrases for Professional Nannies
No. | English Word/Phrase | Meaning | |
1 | Pardon? | A polite way to say you did not understand | |
2 | Are you hungry? | ||
4 | Story time | ||
3 | Nap time | ||
5 | Sit down please | ||
6 | Stand up | ||
7 | Clap your hands | ||
8 | Hold my hand | ||
9 | Drink some water | ||
13 | Put the toys away | ||
10 | Do you need help? | ||
11 | Use gentle hands | ||
12 | Time to clean up | ||
14 | What colour is this? | Maaari mo ba akong tulungan? | |
15 | Good job sharing | Magaling sa pagbabahagi | |
16 | Wait for your turn | Hintayin mo ang iyong turno | |
18 | Sing with me | Kumanta ka kasama ko | |
17 | Let’s read a book | Magbasa tayo ng libro | |
20 | Throw the ball | Ihagis ang bola | |
19 | Dance with me | Sumayaw ka kasama ko | |
21 | Catch the ball | Saluhin ang bola | |
23 | Time to go home | Magkulay nang maayos | |
22 | Try again | Buuin ang mga bloke | |
24 | No hitting | Gusto mo ba ng laruan? | |
25 | Are you happy? | Masaya ka ba? | |
26 | Stay close to me | Huwag manakit | |
27 | Use your words | Gamitin mo ang iyong salita | |
28 | Say sorry | Humingi ka ng tawad | |
29 | Say thank you | Sabihin mong salamat | |
30 | You can have it if you say please | Pakiusap | |
31 | You’re welcome | Walang anuman | |
32 | Let’s take turns | Magpalitan tayo | |
33 | High five | Apir | |
34 | Give me a hug | Yakapin mo ako | |
35 | Are you tired? | Pagod ka ba? | |
36 | Time for a snack | Oras na para magmeryenda | |
37 | Drink some water | Uminom ka ng tubig | |
38 | Let’s go outside | Tayo ay lumabas | |
39 | Hold my hand | Hawakan mo ang kamay ko | |
40 | Slow down | Dahan-dahan lang | |
41 | Let’s count together | Magbilang tayo nang sabay | |
42 | What color is this? | Anong kulay ito? | |
43 | Very good | Napakagaling | |
44 | Try again | Subukan mo ulit | |
45 | Almost finished | Malapit nang matapos | |
46 | Story time | Oras ng kuwento | |
47 | Nap time | Oras ng tulog | |
48 | Wake up | Gumising ka na | |
49 | Let’s have fun | Magsaya tayo | |
50 | I’m proud of you | Ipinagmamalaki kita |
Tips for Professional Nannies
Speak slowly and clearly when teaching toddlers new words.
Use gestures and facial expressions to help children understand.
Repeat important phrases often because toddlers learn through repetition.
Encourage positive behavior using praise and gentle language.
Mix English and Tagalog if the family encourages bilingual learning.
Using positive and simple language helps toddlers feel safe, confident, and engaged during playtime.
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On 28 May 2026, at 2:36 PM, Outi Ojala <outielisa@icloud.com> wrote:
