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The word "hinterlands" in Tagalog can be translated as "kabundukan" or "libis." It refers to rural areas or remote regions away from urban centers.
The word "boondocks" originated from the Tagalog word "bundok," which means "mountain" in the Philippines. It was brought to the United States during the Philippine-American War and evolved to refer to remote or rural areas.
Some English words borrowed from Tagalog include "boondocks" (bundok, meaning mountain or rural area), "typhoon" (from bagyo), and "barangay" (a local administrative division in the Philippines).
The Tagalog song "Doon Po Sa Amin" talks about reminiscing a place where one feels a sense of belonging and comfort, typically referring to one's hometown or a familiar place filled with cherished memories. It often highlights the simplicity and warmth of rural life in the Philippines.
"Carillo" in Tagalog refers to a cart or small wagon used for transporting goods or people. It is commonly seen in rural areas for various purposes such as farming or moving goods.
The word "hinterlands" in Tagalog can be translated as "kabundukan" or "libis." It refers to rural areas or remote regions away from urban centers.
The word "boondocks" originated from the Tagalog word "bundok," which means "mountain" in the Philippines. It was brought to the United States during the Philippine-American War and evolved to refer to remote or rural areas.
Some English words borrowed from Tagalog include "boondocks" (bundok, meaning mountain or rural area), "typhoon" (from bagyo), and "barangay" (a local administrative division in the Philippines).
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University of the Philippines Rural High School was created on 1927-12-03.
rural banking
The term boondocks refers to a remote, usually brushy rural area; or to a remote city or town that is considered unsophisticated.The expression was introduced to English by American military personnel serving in the Philippines during the early years of the 20th century. It derives from the Tagalog word "bundok", meaning "mountain". According to military historian Paul Kramer, the term had attached to it "connotations of bewilderment and confusion", due to the guerrilla nature of the warfare in which the soldiers were engaged.
The setting in the story "Munting Tinig" is a small remote barrio in the Philippines called Malawig, where a dedicated teacher named Melinda teaches in a struggling elementary school. The story highlights the challenges faced by both the teacher and her students in this rural community.
Some examples of rural banks in the Philippines are Banco ng Masa, Cantillan Bank, and Rural Bank of Luna. These banks are focused on serving the financial needs of rural and agricultural communities, offering loans, savings accounts, and other banking services tailored to the needs of rural customers.
"Dahong Palay" is set in a remote barrio in the Philippines, where superstitions and folk beliefs play a significant role in the lives of the characters. The setting reflects the cultural richness and traditions of rural Philippine communities.
The Tagalog song "Doon Po Sa Amin" talks about reminiscing a place where one feels a sense of belonging and comfort, typically referring to one's hometown or a familiar place filled with cherished memories. It often highlights the simplicity and warmth of rural life in the Philippines.
The "Boondock" part of their name comes from the fact that they lived and worked in the boondocks of Brooklyn. The word "boondock" generally refers to a remote, rural area; especially one with dense brush or jungle. It comes from the Tagalog word "bundock", which translates to "mountain", and was introduced introduced to the English language by U.S. soldiers operating in the Philippines. It's generally considered a slang word. As for the "Saints" part, they were called saints because of their religious nature, and due to the fact that they only killed criminals. Thus, the Saints from the boondocks, or the Boondock Saints.