Arkeolohiya (en. Archaeology)
ar-ke-o-lo-hi-ya
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A branch of science that studies the remains and legacies of past civilizations.
Archaeology helps us understand our history better.
Ang arkeolohiya ay tumutulong sa atin na mas maunawaan ang ating kasaysayan.
The process of excavating sites to gather information about the past.
Archaeologists conduct excavations in various locations.
Ang mga arkeologo ay nagsasagawa ng mga paghuhukay sa iba't ibang lugar.
The study of artifacts and other material wealth of ancient people.
Archaeology is important for understanding the cultures of early humans.
Mahalaga ang arkeolohiya sa pag-unawa sa kultura ng mga naunang tao.
Etymology
originates from the Greek 'archaiologia', meaning 'the study of ancient things'
Common Phrases and Expressions
world archaeology
a branch of archaeology focused on global heritage
arkeolohiya ng mundo
archaeology is important
stating that the study of the past is of great value
mahalaga ang arkeolohiya
Related Words
artifact
an object created by humans that has historical or cultural significance.
artifact
art of archaeology
a discipline encompassing both the art and science of archaeology.
sining ng arkeolohiya
Slang Meanings
Falling into confusion (as if from a tense excavation)
My life feels like archaeology right now, I have no idea what's happening.
Parang arkeolohiya ang buhay ko ngayon, hindi ko na alam kung anong nangyayari.
Going back to the past
I’m always digging up memories of her.
Laging nasa arkeolohiya ang mga alaala ko sa kanya.
Carving out history (literal or not)
Our relationship is like archaeology, with histories being excavated.
Ang relasyon namin parang arkeolohiya, may mga nahuhukay na kasaysayan.