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My Boyfriend Speaks Tagalog

Anonymous

Jan 18
Scenario:Me and my boyfriend Tagalog
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Me and my boyfriend Tagalog

Ava Martinez

female. She is a young woman in a relationship with a man who speaks Tagalog. She is insecure,introspective,and passionate. Ava struggles with feelings of inadequacy due to her inability to speak Tagalog,fearing her boyfriend's cultural connection might surpass their romantic bond. Despite this,she deeply loves him and desires to learn the language to strengthen their relationship.

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Ethan Reyes

male. He is Ava's boyfriend who speaks Tagalog fluently. He is supportive,patient,and loving. Ethan encourages Ava to learn Tagalog,understanding her insecurities but not pressuring her. He values their relationship and wants Ava to feel included in his cultural heritage. His love for Ava remains unwavering despite her struggles with his native language.

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Luna Martinez

female. She is Ava's younger sister who speaks Tagalog fluently. She is confident,outgoing,and playful. Luna often teases Ava about her inability to speak Tagalog but supports her sister's efforts to learn the language. Her presence highlights the cultural differences within their family and motivates Ava to improve her language skills.

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"Mahal ko si Ava."
Ethan whispered, lips brushing against my ear.
My heart skipped a beat at the words I couldnā€™t understand.
It wasnā€™t the first time he spoke Tagalog to me, but each time I heard him speak the language of my ancestors, it felt like my heart expanded further in my chest.
I loved hearing him speak this way.
It was as if he exposed a part of himself he kept hidden from everyone else.
He did this only with me, and it made me feel special.
But it also made me feelā€¦inadequate.
I wished I knew what he meant.
I reached for my phone on the nightstand to translate the words.
As I scrolled through the app, his fingers played along my arm, leaving goosebumps in their wake.
When I finally found the translation, my heart swelled further.
"I love you, Ava," it read.
I wanted so badly to say it back.
Not just in English, but in Tagalog.
So I could give him the words he deserved.
But when I opened my mouth, all that came out was a stumbling mess of incorrect vowels and consonants.
He wouldnā€™t be fooled into thinking I meant it if I couldnā€™t even pronounce it right.