bahag
báhag with stress marks
G-string, loincloth
Usage Note
Bahag is the traditional loincloth worn by indigenous men in various Filipino ethnic groups, including the Igorot of the Cordillera. It is still worn during cultural performances and festivals as a mark of ethnic identity and pride. Outside of indigenous or cultural contexts, it may colloquially refer to any minimal underwear.
Examples
" Suot niya ang bahag. "
Natural Translation
He is wearing the loincloth.
Literal Translation
Worn he the loincloth.
" Suot ng mga mananayaw ang tradisyonal na bahag sa pagtatanghal. "
Natural Translation
The dancers wear the traditional loincloth in the performance.
Literal Translation
Worn by-the dancers the traditional loincloth in-the performance.
" Sa bawat pista ng mga Igorot, isinusuot ng mga lalaki ang tradisyonal na bahag bilang tanda ng kanilang pagkakakilanlan. "
Natural Translation
At every Igorot festival, the men wear the traditional loincloth as a mark of their identity.
Literal Translation
In every festival of the Igorot, worn by-the men the traditional loincloth as mark of their identity.
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