Philippine
|Phil-ip-pine|
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/ˈfɪlɪˌpin/
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/ˈfɪlɪˌpiːn/
Related to the Philippines
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Philippine' originates from the Spanish word 'Filipinas', named after King Philip II of Spain.
Historical Evolution
The term 'Filipinas' was used by Spanish explorers in the 16th century and evolved into 'Philippine' in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the islands named after King Philip II, and now it refers to anything related to the Philippines.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the Philippines or its people.
The Philippine culture is rich and diverse.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/13 13:01