Mainland in Tagalog

“Mainland” in Tagalog is translated as “Lupain” or “Pangunahing lupain”, referring to the main landmass of a country or continent as opposed to islands or peninsulas. Understanding this geographical term helps clarify discussions about territorial divisions and regional distinctions in both English and Filipino contexts.

[Words] = Mainland

[Definition]:

• Mainland /ˈmeɪnlænd/
• Noun: The principal landmass of a country or continent, as distinguished from islands and sometimes peninsulas.
• Noun: The largest or most significant land area in a geographical region.

[Synonyms] = Lupain, Pangunahing lupain, Kontinente, Kalupaan, Pangunahing pulo

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The ferry travels between the island and the mainland twice daily.
• Ex1_PH: Ang ferry ay naglalakbay sa pagitan ng isla at ng lupain dalawang beses sa isang araw.
• Ex2_EN: Most of the country’s population lives on the mainland rather than the surrounding islands.
• Ex2_PH: Karamihan ng populasyon ng bansa ay nakatira sa pangunahing lupain kaysa sa mga nakapaligid na isla.
• Ex3_EN: Products from the mainland are usually cheaper than those available on remote islands.
• Ex3_PH: Ang mga produkto mula sa lupain ay karaniwang mas mura kaysa sa mga available sa malalayong isla.
• Ex4_EN: The bridge connecting the island to the mainland was completed last year.
• Ex4_PH: Ang tulay na nag-uugnay ng isla sa pangunahing lupain ay natapos noong nakaraang taon.
• Ex5_EN: Many tourists visit the mainland first before exploring the smaller islands.
• Ex5_PH: Maraming turista ang bumibisita sa lupain muna bago tuklasin ang mga mas maliliit na isla.