Usage Note
Arnis (also known as Eskrima or Kali) is the national martial art and sport of the Philippines, declared so by law in 2009. It emphasizes weapon-based fighting using sticks, knives, and bladed weapons, as well as open-hand combat. Arnis is taught in Philippine public schools as part of the physical education curriculum, making it a point of national pride and cultural identity.
Examples
" Marunong siya ng arnis. "
Natural Translation
He knows arnis.
Literal Translation
Knows he of arnis.
" Nais kong matuto ng arnis. "
Natural Translation
I want to learn Arnis.
Literal Translation
Want I-to learn of arnis.
" Itinuturo ang arnis sa mga paaralan upang mapanatili ang sining at kultura ng mga Pilipino. "
Natural Translation
Arnis is taught in schools to preserve the art and culture of Filipinos.
Literal Translation
Taught the arnis in the schools to preserve the art and culture of the Filipinos.
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