arkeologo
arkeólogo with stress marks
archeologist
Usage Note
Arkeologo is the Tagalog adaptation of 'archaeologist,' shaped through Spanish. It refers to a scientist who studies human history through the excavation and analysis of artifacts. The word is used in academic, journalistic, and educational contexts in the Philippines, where significant archaeological sites like Tabon Caves and Cagayan Valley have generated public interest in the field.
Examples
" Arkeologo ang ama niya. "
Natural Translation
His father is an archaeologist.
Literal Translation
Archaeologist the father his.
" Natuklasan ng mga arkeologo ang lumang palayok sa ilalim ng lupa. "
Natural Translation
Archaeologists discovered an ancient pot underground.
Literal Translation
Discovered the archaeologists the old pot under-the ground.
" Buong pag-iingat na hinukay ng mga arkeologo ang mga buto at palayok upang maunawaan ang buhay ng sinaunang mga Pilipino. "
Natural Translation
The archaeologists carefully excavated the bones and pots in order to understand the life of the ancient Filipinos.
Literal Translation
Whole care that excavated the archaeologists the (plural) bone and pot in-order-to understand the life of-the ancient (plural) Filipino.
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