arkeolohiya
arkeolohíya with stress marks
archeology
Usage Note
Arkeolohiya is the Tagalog term for archaeology, adapted from Spanish. It is used in academic settings, university curricula, and science journalism. The Philippines has rich archaeological heritage, including the Tabon Man fossils and neolithic burial jar traditions, which give arkeolohiya particular cultural resonance.
Examples
" Gusto kong mag-aral ng arkeolohiya. "
Natural Translation
I want to study archaeology.
Literal Translation
Want I to-study of archaeology.
" Ang paksa ay tungkol sa arkeolohiya. "
Natural Translation
The topic is about archaeology.
Literal Translation
The topic is about in archaeology.
" Dahil sa yaman ng kasaysayan ng Pilipinas, marami sa mga estudyante ang nais magpakadalubhasa sa arkeolohiya pagkatapos ng kolehiyo. "
Natural Translation
Because of the richness of Philippine history, many students wish to specialize in archaeology after college.
Literal Translation
Because of-the richness of-the history of-the Philippines, many of-the (plural) student the wish to-specialize in archaeology after of-the college.
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