ikat
íkat with stress marks
process of dyeing threads
Usage Note
Ikat is a traditional textile technique in which threads are tied and dyed before weaving to create patterns in the finished cloth. Philippine ikat weaving, particularly from the Mindanao and Visayas regions, is internationally recognized as a cultural art form, and the word is used in global art and textile circles.
Examples
" Maganda ang kulay ng ikat. "
Natural Translation
The color of the ikat is beautiful.
Literal Translation
Beautiful the color of-the ikat.
" Ang ikat na tela ng Mindanao ay kilala sa buong mundo. "
Natural Translation
The ikat cloth of Mindanao is known worldwide.
Literal Translation
The ikat fabric of Mindanao is known in-the whole world.
" Ipinasa ng mga ninuno ang sining ng ikat sa bawat henerasyon, kaya't buhay pa rin ito hanggang ngayon sa mga katutubong komunidad. "
Natural Translation
The ancestors passed down the art of ikat to each generation, which is why it is still alive today in indigenous communities.
Literal Translation
Passed by-the ancestors the art of ikat to each generation, so-that alive still it until now in-the indigenous communities.
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