husi
husî with stress marks
thin fabric for barong
Usage Note
Husi is a fine, semi-transparent woven fabric traditionally made from pineapple fiber (piña) or silk, used to make the barong Tagalog — the national formal garment of the Philippines. It is prized for its lightness and elegance in the tropical climate. Husi barongs are considered premium and are worn at formal occasions, weddings, and official events.
Examples
" Yari sa husi ang barong niya. "
Natural Translation
His barong is made of husi.
Literal Translation
Made from husi the barong his.
" Ang barong na gawa sa husi ay angkop sa seremonya. "
Natural Translation
The barong made of husi fabric is appropriate for the ceremony.
Literal Translation
The barong made from husi is fitting for-the ceremony.
" Mahal ang barong na gawa sa husi dahil maselan at matagal itong habihin nang manu-mano. "
Natural Translation
A barong made of husi is expensive because it is delicate and takes a long time to weave by hand.
Literal Translation
Expensive the barong that made from husi because delicate and long it to-weave by-hand.
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