From root: tubo
Usage Note
Katutubo refers to the original or indigenous inhabitants of a place. It is used to describe people, languages, or traditions native to the land.
Examples
" Katutubo siya sa lugar na ito. "
Natural Translation
He is native to this place.
Literal Translation
Native he in place that this.
" Ang mga katutubo ay may sariling kultura. "
Natural Translation
The indigenous people have their own culture.
Literal Translation
The natives have own culture.
" Marami pang katutubong tribo sa kabundukan na nagpapanatili ng kanilang sariling wika at sinaunang tradisyon. "
Natural Translation
There are still many indigenous tribes in the mountains who preserve their own language and ancient traditions.
Literal Translation
Many still native tribe in mountains that preserving of their own language and ancient tradition.
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