ambahan

LanguageHanunoo

Meaning

1. chanted verse, characterized by the use of seven-foot lines; by conspicuous lack of loanwords (from Spanish, Tagalog, or Hiligaynon); by many archaic Hanunoo terms; and by being sung always without instrumental accompaniment
2. chanted verse
3. A traditional Hanunoo poem or song consisting of seven-syllable lines. It uses old language and is sung without any musical instruments.

Examples

Pronunciationʔamˈbahan

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteThis refers specifically to a traditional poetic form, not just any song.

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