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Nobyembre

Nobyémbre with stress marks

November

noun no-BYEM-bre Spanish origin Less Common
Illustration of "Nobyembre" (November)

Usage Note

Nobyembre is most associated with the observance of Undas (All Saints' Day), when families traditionally visit cemeteries to honor their departed loved ones. It also marks the time when Christmas preparations and festivities significantly intensify across the Philippines.

Examples

Beginner

" Bumibisita kami sa sementeryo sa Nobyembre. "

Natural Translation

We visit the cemetery in November.

Literal Translation

Visiting we to cemetery in November.

Intermediate

" Maraming handaan sa Nobyembre. "

Natural Translation

There are many celebrations in November.

Literal Translation

Many celebration in November.

Advanced

" Tuwing Nobyembre, nagtitipon ang mga pamilya sa sementeryo upang alalahanin ang kanilang mga yumaong mahal sa buhay. "

Natural Translation

Every November, families gather at the cemetery to remember their departed loved ones.

Literal Translation

Every November, gathering the families in cemetery so-as-to remember the their departed dear in life.

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