Ivatan
Ivátan with stress marks
Ethnolinguistic group (Batanes)
Usage Note
Ivatan refers to the indigenous people of the Batanes Islands, the northernmost province of the Philippines. They are known for their distinctive stone architecture, vakul hats, seafaring culture, and a language that is entirely distinct from Tagalog.
Examples
" Taga-Batanes ang mga Ivatan. "
Natural Translation
The Ivatan are from Batanes.
Literal Translation
From-Batanes the Ivatan.
" Kilala ang mga Ivatan sa kanilang natatanging kultura at arkitektura. "
Natural Translation
The Ivatan are known for their unique culture and architecture.
Literal Translation
Known the Ivatan for-the their unique culture and architecture.
" Hinahangaan ng mga turista ang mga Ivatan dahil sa kanilang matitibay na bahay na bato na kayang harapin ang malalakas na bagyo. "
Natural Translation
Tourists admire the Ivatan because of their sturdy stone houses that can withstand strong typhoons.
Literal Translation
Admired by-the tourists the Ivatan because of their sturdy stone houses that can face the strong typhoons.
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