Usage Note
Mayo is frequently preceded by 'buwan ng' and is celebrated across the Philippines for the colorful Flores de Mayo festival and the Santacruzan parade.
Examples
" Mainit sa Mayo. "
Natural Translation
It's hot in May.
Literal Translation
Hot in May.
" Mayo ang buwan ng mga bulaklak. "
Natural Translation
May is the month of flowers.
Literal Translation
May the month of plural flower.
" Tuwing Mayo, abala ang buong baryo sa paghahanda para sa Santacruzan at sa Flores de Mayo. "
Natural Translation
Every May, the whole village is busy preparing for the Santacruzan and the Flores de Mayo.
Literal Translation
Every May, busy the whole village in preparing for the Santacruzan and for-the Flores de Mayo.
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