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    Kampilan (en. Sword)

    /kaɱ.piˈlan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of sword with a curved blade.
    The kampilan is used by warriors in battle.
    Ang kampilan ay ginagamit ng mga mandirigma sa kanilang laban.
    A symbol of strength and bravery in Filipino culture.
    The kampilan is considered a symbol of foreign and indigenous combat.
    Ang kampilan ay itinuturing na simbolo ng dayuhan at katutubong pakikipaglaban.
    A traditional weapon of the Moros and other indigenous Filipino groups.
    The kampilan is often venerated in rituals by the Moros.
    Kadalasang sinasamba ang kampilan sa mga ritwal ng mga Moro.

    Etymology

    From a native dialect in Mindanao

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sword of Filipino heroes
    Symbol of bravery of the heroes.
    kampilan ng mga bayaning Pilipino

    Related Words

    barong
    A type of traditional blade weapon.
    barong

    Slang Meanings

    Charge or fight
    Let’s go! Show your skills!
    Kampilan na! Ipakita mo ang galing mo!
    Strong or tough person
    He's the town's champion, always there in a fight.
    Siyang kampilan ng bayan, lagi siyang nandiyan sa laban.
    Often admits bad things
    Why do you have so many issues you're bringing up?
    Bakit ang dami mong kampilan na mga sinasabi?