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Galang means respect. It is one of the important moral norms in the Filipino value system. Respect the status of each person. It is imperative that a Filipino show respect by keeping his word of honor.
A true-born Filipino instinctively moves to prevent people from losing face or being mapahiya, thus avoiding conflicts. This norm is often used as a moral injunction against undesirable behavior involving kapwa damdamin (mutual feelings).
This word is from the Spanish herbolario (meaning: herbalist).
The ubiquitous Philippine cultural artifact found in almost every Filipino household’s bathroom.
tabo
dipper used for scooping up water
Mga diyos na pinapaniwalaan ng mga sinaunang Pilipino bago dumating ang mga Kastila sa Pilipinas.
Deities (“gods”) that ancient Filipinos believed in before the Spaniards arrived in the Philippines.
mga aníto
religious idols
kud·ya·pî
Kudyapi is a two-stringed long-necked lute common in Mindanao and Palawan.
This word is from the Spanish barcada (meaning “shipload” or “boatmates”).
hí·lot
hílot
midwife
hilutin, manghilot
to massage
A traditional healing practice, involving chiropractic manipulation and massage.
This word is from the Spanish cumplir.