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    Kaprobinsiya (en. Provincial)

    /ka.pro.bin.si.ja/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    the characteristic or state of being provincial.
    Provincialism refers to life outside the city.
    Ang kaprobinsiya ay tumutukoy sa buhay sa labas ng syudad.
    the people or culture originating from the provinces.
    Provincialism is well-known for their traditions and local customs.
    Kilalang-kilala ang kaprobinsiya sa kanilang mga tradisyon at kaugaliang lokal.
    the mindset or thinking of a person that is limited to their province.
    Sometimes, provincialism becomes an obstacle to progress.
    Minsan, ang kaprobinsiya ay nagiging hadlang sa mga pag-unlad.

    Etymology

    from the words 'ka' and 'province'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    people of the province
    people originating from the provinces
    mga tao ng kaprobinsiya

    Related Words

    province
    an administrative division of a country that is usually smaller than a region.
    probinsiya
    town
    a smaller unit of community typically part of a province.
    bayan

    Slang Meanings

    A person with a simple way of life, often used to tease people from the provinces.
    The kids said, 'You’re so provincial, your life here is so simple!'
    Sabi ng mga kabataan, 'Kaprobinsiya ka talaga, ang simple ng buhay mo dito!'
    Often used to ridicule or highlight the differences between city folks and provincial residents.
    You come off as so provincial, while the people here are so cool!
    Parang kaprobinsiya ang dating mo, habang ang mga tao dito, ang astig!
    Reflects a lifestyle that is unpretentious or lacks style.
    Just accept it, your outfit is so provincial! Here, you need to be classy.
    Tanggapin mo na, kaprobinsiya ‘yung suot mo! Dito, kailangan classy.