kalangkaw
kalangkáw with stress marks
Indian spiny turbot (fish)
Usage Note
Kalangkaw is a regional Tagalog name for a type of flatfish or turbot found in Philippine waters. It is primarily used among fisherfolk and in coastal communities; the fish itself is valued in local seafood markets. It would not be a common term for most urban Filipinos.
Examples
" Sariwa ang kalangkaw sa palengke. "
Natural Translation
The turbot at the market is fresh.
Literal Translation
Fresh the kalangkaw at-the market.
" Bumili siya ng kalangkaw sa palengke para sa ulam. "
Natural Translation
He/She bought kalangkaw at the market for their main dish.
Literal Translation
Bought he/she of kalangkaw at-the market for the meal.
" Tuwing umaga ay naghihintay ang mga mangingisda ng magandang huli ng kalangkaw na maipagbibili nila sa baybayin. "
Natural Translation
Every morning the fishermen wait for a good catch of turbot that they can sell along the coast.
Literal Translation
Every morning wait the fishermen of good catch of kalangkaw that can-be-sold they at coast.
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