Tagabili
a language in south Cotabato (Tiboli)
Usage Note
Tagabili is another name for T'boli, an Austronesian language spoken by the T'boli people of south Cotabato, Mindanao. The T'boli are renowned for their intricate woven cloth (t'nalak) and oral literature. The name Tagabili reflects the taga- construction meaning 'people of Bili.'
Examples
" Marunong siya ng Tagabili. "
Natural Translation
He/she knows Tagabili.
Literal Translation
Knows he/she of Tagabili.
" Nagsasalita siya ng Tagabili. "
Natural Translation
He/she speaks the language in south Cotabato.
Literal Translation
Speaks he/she of language in south Cotabato.
" Bagaman bihira nang marinig sa lungsod, buhay pa rin ang Tagabili sa mga awit at salaysay ng mga matatanda sa Cotabato. "
Natural Translation
Although it is rarely heard in the city, Tagabili still lives on in the songs and stories of the elders in Cotabato.
Literal Translation
Although rare now heard in city, alive still the Tagabili in the songs and narratives of the elders in Cotabato.
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