Tribal in Tagalog

“Tribal” in Tagalog translates to “Tribu,” “Pang-tribo,” or “Katutubong.” This English adjective relates to tribes, indigenous communities, or their cultural practices and traditions. Explore how Filipinos express this culturally significant term and its various applications in different contexts below.

[Words] = Tribal

[Definition]:

• Tribal /ˈtraɪbəl/
• Adjective 1: Relating to or characteristic of a tribe or tribes.
• Adjective 2: Of or relating to indigenous or native communities and their traditions.
• Adjective 3: Showing strong loyalty to one’s own group or community.

[Synonyms] = Tribu, Pang-tribo, Katutubong, Lipi, Pangkat-etniko, Katutubo, Tribalistiko, Pangkabaryuhan, Pang-angkan

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The tribal leaders gathered to discuss the preservation of their ancestral lands.
• Ex1_PH: Ang mga pinunong pang-tribo ay nagtipon upang talakayin ang pagpapanatili ng kanilang sinaunang lupain.

• Ex2_EN: She wore beautiful tribal jewelry that was passed down through generations.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay nagsuot ng magandang katutubong alahas na ipinasa sa maraming henerasyon.

• Ex3_EN: The museum features an impressive collection of tribal art and artifacts.
• Ex3_PH: Ang museo ay nagtatampok ng kahanga-hangang koleksyon ng pang-tribong sining at mga artifact.

• Ex4_EN: They performed traditional tribal dances during the cultural festival.
• Ex4_PH: Nagsagawa sila ng tradisyonal na katutubong sayaw sa panahon ng pista ng kultura.

• Ex5_EN: The documentary explores the tribal customs and way of life in remote villages.
• Ex5_PH: Ang dokumentaryo ay nagsasaliksik ng mga kaugaliang pang-tribo at pamumuhay sa malalayong nayon.