From root: silang
Usage Note
Silanganin describes things or people originating from the Eastern world or Asia.
Examples
" Silanganin ang pagkain dito. "
Natural Translation
The food here is oriental.
Literal Translation
Oriental the food here.
" Ang kultura nila ay silanganin. "
Natural Translation
Their culture is oriental.
Literal Translation
The culture theirs is oriental.
" Maraming Pilipino ang humahanga sa mga silanganing paniniwala tungkol sa pagpapakumbaba at paggalang sa nakatatanda. "
Natural Translation
Many Filipinos admire the oriental beliefs about humility and respect for elders.
Literal Translation
Many Filipino the admire to-the oriental that beliefs about humility and respect to-the elder.
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