lakambini
lakambíni with stress marks
muse
Usage Note
Lakambini is a pre-colonial Filipino title for a noblewoman or princess, derived from lakan (noble lord) and bini (maiden). In modern usage it has been revived as a poetic and nationalistic term for a female muse or the idealized Filipina — appearing in literature, art, and cultural events celebrating Filipino heritage.
Examples
" Siya ang lakambini ng pista. "
Natural Translation
She is the muse of the festival.
Literal Translation
She the muse of-the festival.
" Maganda ang lakambini. "
Natural Translation
The muse is beautiful.
Literal Translation
Beautiful the muse.
" Sa mga tula ni Balagtas, madalas na itinatampok ang lakambini bilang sagisag ng kagandahan at karangalan ng kababaihang Pilipina. "
Natural Translation
In Balagtas's poems, the muse is often featured as a symbol of the beauty and honor of the Filipino woman.
Literal Translation
In-the poems of Balagtas, often featured the muse as symbol of beauty and honor of-the woman Filipina.
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