kampupot
kampupót with stress marks
Arabian jasmine flower
Usage Note
Kampupot is the Tagalog name for Arabian jasmine (Jasminum sambac), the same species as the sampaguita — though regional names differ. The fragrant white flowers are used in garlands, offerings, and perfumes. They hold deep cultural significance in Filipino Catholic devotion and are draped over religious images and presented to honored guests.
Examples
" Mabango ang kampupot sa hardin. "
Natural Translation
The Arabian jasmine in the garden is fragrant.
Literal Translation
Fragrant the jasmine in garden.
" Binibili ng aking ina ang kampupot para sa dambana sa bahay. "
Natural Translation
My mother buys Arabian jasmine for the home altar.
Literal Translation
Buying the my mother the jasmine for-the altar in-the home.
" Ginawang kuwintas ang mga kampupot upang isabit sa imahen ng santo tuwing may pista sa baryo. "
Natural Translation
The Arabian jasmine flowers were made into garlands to hang on the image of the saint whenever there is a fiesta in the village.
Literal Translation
Made into-garland the jasmine to hang on-the image of-the saint whenever there fiesta in village.
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