Panlalawigan (en. Provincial)
/pan.lala.wi.gan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Related to or derived from a province.
The provincial food is delicious and full of flavor.
Ang panlalawigan na pagkain ay masarap at puno ng lasa.
Referring to the characteristics or culture of a province.
Provincial art showcases local tradition.
Ang panlalawigan na sining ay nagpapakita ng lokal na tradisyon.
Sometimes used to describe people from the province.
Provincials are often known for their hospitality.
Ang mga panlalawigan ay mas kilala sa kanilang hospitality.
Etymology
from 'provincial', meaning a place or geographical unit
Common Phrases and Expressions
provincial election
Election for provincial officials.
panlalawigang halalan
provincial knowledge
Knowledge related to the culture and history of a province.
panlalawigang kaalaman
Related Words
province
A larger unit of government consisting of towns or cities.
lalawigan
group
A group of people belonging to a particular area.
pangkat
Slang Meanings
Local person from a province.
Those locals who came from the provinces to Manila are so happy with their new experiences!
Yung mga panlalawigan na dumayo sa Maynila, ang saya nila sa mga bagong karanasan!
Related to things in the province.
I prefer provincial food over fast food.
Mas gusto ko yung panlalawigan na pagkain kaysa sa mga fast food.
A slang term for people who are not used to city life.
Wow, he really is a provincial guy! It's hard to introduce him to the fast-paced life here.
Naku, panlalawigan talaga siya! Ang hirap niyang i-bled sa agos ng buhay dito.