sipa
sípa with stress marks
kick; a traditional rattan ball game
Usage Note
Sipa is both the act of kicking and the name of a traditional Filipino game in which players keep a rattan ball aloft using only their feet and legs. It was formerly the national sport of the Philippines. The game is still played in schools and barangay events, especially during fiesta seasons.
Examples
" Marunong siyang maglaro ng sipa. "
Natural Translation
He/she knows how to play sipa.
Literal Translation
Knowing he/she play of sipa.
" Malakas ang kanyang sipa sa bola. "
Natural Translation
His/her kick on the ball is strong.
Literal Translation
Strong the his/her kick on ball.
" Tuwing pista sa aming nayon, naglalaro kami ng sipa hanggang dapithapon habang nagtitipon ang buong pamilya. "
Natural Translation
Every fiesta in our village, we play sipa until dusk while the whole family gathers.
Literal Translation
Every fiesta in our village, play we of sipa until dusk while gather the whole family.
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