EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
mantilla; a light scarf or veil...
torpedo (weapon)...
to sabotage a courtship...
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FIL: Isang uri ng manipis na talukbong o alampay, karaniwang yari sa koronilya (lace), na isinusuot ng mga babae sa ulo, lalo na sa pagsisimba.
EN: mantilla; a light scarf or veil
That lace veil your lola or super-religious tita wears to church. It gives off major 'Maria Clara' vibes. In modern times, it's mostly seen during Holy Week processions, traditional weddings, or in historical dramas. It's the OG church OOTD accessory.
From Spanish 'mantilla' (mantilla, small mantle).
Strongly associated with traditional Catholic church attire for women.
🇵🇭 Nakasuot ng puting mantilya ang mga babae sa prusisyon.
🇺🇸 The women in the procession were wearing white mantillas.
🇵🇭 Nasa lumang baul pa ni Lola ang kanyang paboritong mantilya.
🇺🇸 Lola's favorite mantilla is still in her old trunk.
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