Taal
Taál with stress marks
an active volcano in Batangas
Also means
Taal also means native or authentic as a common adjective.
Usage Note
Taal Volcano is one of the most famous landmarks in the Philippines, situated inside a lake (Taal Lake) in Batangas province. It is one of the world's smallest active volcanoes and a major tourist destination. The 2020 eruption brought it to international attention. The nearby Taal heritage town is also known for its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture.
Examples
" Maganda ang bulkang Taal. "
Natural Translation
Taal volcano is beautiful.
Literal Translation
Beautiful the volcano Taal.
" Pumutok ang bulkang Taal. "
Natural Translation
The Taal volcano erupted.
Literal Translation
Erupted the volcano Taal.
" Maraming turista ang pumupunta sa Tagaytay upang tanawin ang bulkang Taal na nasa gitna ng lawa. "
Natural Translation
Many tourists go to Tagaytay to gaze at the Taal volcano that sits in the middle of the lake.
Literal Translation
Many tourist the go to Tagaytay so-that gaze the volcano Taal that in middle of lake.
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