kongkista
kongkísta with stress marks
conquest
Usage Note
Kongkista is a Spanish loanword (from conquista) referring to the Spanish conquest and colonization of the Philippines beginning in the 16th century. Used primarily in historical and academic contexts, the term carries heavy cultural weight given the centuries of Spanish colonial rule that shaped Philippine language, religion, and society.
Examples
" Pinag-aralan namin ang kongkista. "
Natural Translation
We studied the conquest.
Literal Translation
Studied we the conquest.
" Tinalakay ng guro ang kasaysayan ng kongkista sa Pilipinas. "
Natural Translation
The teacher discussed the history of the conquest of the Philippines.
Literal Translation
Discussed the teacher the history of-the conquest in Philippines.
" Marami sa ating kaugalian at relihiyon ay bunga ng kongkista na nagsimula noong ikalabing-anim na siglo. "
Natural Translation
Much of our customs and religion are a result of the conquest that began in the sixteenth century.
Literal Translation
Many of our custom and religion are fruit of-the conquest that began during sixteenth century.
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