rehiyonalismo
rehiyonalísmo with stress marks
regionalism
Usage Note
Rehiyonalismo is a Spanish-derived term for political or cultural advocacy for regional identity and autonomy. In the Philippines it is particularly relevant in discussions about the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, Cordillera autonomy, and broader debates about federalism.
Examples
" Pinag-uusapan nila ang rehiyonalismo. "
Natural Translation
They are discussing regionalism.
Literal Translation
Being-discussed they the regionalism.
" Ang rehiyonalismo ay isang isyu. "
Natural Translation
Regionalism is an issue.
Literal Translation
The regionalism is an issue.
" Para sa ilang grupo, ang rehiyonalismo ay paraan upang maprotektahan ang sariling kultura at wika ng kanilang lalawigan. "
Natural Translation
For some groups, regionalism is a way to protect the distinct culture and language of their province.
Literal Translation
For some groups, the regionalism is way so-that protect the own culture and language of their province.
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