Usage Note
Bayok has two distinct senses: it refers to the bayur or bayok tree (Pterospermum diversifolium), valued for its timber, and also to a traditional Maranao epic chant used in oral poetry. The chanting tradition is part of the rich indigenous literary heritage of the Muslim communities in Mindanao.
Examples
" Maganda ang bayok ng mga Maranao. "
Natural Translation
The chant of the Maranao is beautiful.
Literal Translation
Beautiful the chant of the Maranao.
" Ang bayok ay isang uri ng pag-awit na ginagawa ng mga Maranao. "
Natural Translation
The bayok is a type of singing performed by the Maranao people.
Literal Translation
The bayok is a type of singing that-is-done by-the Maranao.
" Sa mga okasyon ng mga Maranao, ang bayok ay inaawit upang ipasa ang mga kuwento at aral sa susunod na henerasyon. "
Natural Translation
At Maranao gatherings, the bayok chant is sung to pass stories and lessons on to the next generation.
Literal Translation
At the occasions of the Maranao, the chant is sung to pass the stories and lesson to next generation.
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