Mindanaw
Mindanáw with stress marks
Mindanao (island)
Usage Note
Mindanaw is the traditional Tagalog spelling of Mindanao, the second-largest island in the Philippines and home to a large Muslim population and diverse indigenous groups. The form Mindanaw reflects an older orthographic convention, while Mindanao is now the standard spelling in most media and official documents.
Examples
" Taga-Mindanaw ang nanay ko. "
Natural Translation
My mother is from Mindanao.
Literal Translation
From-Mindanao the mother my.
" Maraming magagandang tanawin ang matatagpuan sa isla ng Mindanaw. "
Natural Translation
Many beautiful sceneries can be found on the island of Mindanao.
Literal Translation
Many beautiful scenery the can-be-found on island of Mindanao.
" Marami akong natutunan tungkol sa iba't ibang kultura nang manirahan ako sa Mindanaw nang ilang taon. "
Natural Translation
I learned a lot about different cultures when I lived in Mindanao for several years.
Literal Translation
Many I learned about various different culture when lived I in Mindanao for several year.
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