TEMPLE OF LEAH

by: Gueen Pilapil

The whole structure is a devotion of a husband’s love to his 53-year – old wife.

Temple of Leah’s story is the same as Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built in India as a symbol of love that never ends.

Leah’s Temple is the gesture of love by Teodorico Soriano Adarna to his late wife Leah Albino-Adarna, a 53-year-old life partner. They are Filipina actress Ellen Adarna’s grandparents and Cebu motel chain owner Queensland.

Tucked in Cebu City’s highland barangay of Busay, construction of Temple of Leah started in 2012 and expected to be finished by 2020. The temple is reportedly made up of 24 chambers that house an art gallery, museum, library and bar, among others, and adorned with life-sized statues of Roman gladiators, lions and angels all over. A wide stone steps give everyone a free access to the portico and towards the lobby where a brass 10-foot statue of Leah is erected. The commemorative plaque on the base of the statue reads:

“Beloved Wife and Mother: Leah V. Albino-Adarna was chosen Mother Queen of her Alma Mater the University of Southern Philippines. This bronze statue portrays her composure and regal bearing when she was crowned. May the beholder discern her innate beauty, and gentleness.”

Visit Leah Temple when you’re in Cebu City!

True love has no ends and Leah’s Temple is a testament to this fact. Leah’s Temple was built to symbolize a husband’s undying love that wants to show his wife his unceasing devotion. Similar to Shah Jahan who built the Taj Mahal in India in memory of his wife, the Temple of Leah was built by Teodorico Adarna in memory of his beloved wife, Leah Villa Albino-Adarna.

To avoid the crowd, go here at the opening or on weekdays.

Anyone can visit for free during the first few years of operation of the temple, with only limited sight available. The temple was temporarily closed for the public last year, but when it reopened its doors, every guest is now charged a fee of Php50.00 per person. They also collect certain amount per hour for pictorials like pre-nuptials. No matter how much the fee is, the pay is worth the visit.

How to get there?

Exact location: Landon Heights Roosevelt, Busay, Cebu City — just a few meters from Leah Temple and Mountain View Nature Park, and 15 – 20 minutes from JY Square or proper city.

PUBLIC COMMUTING

Three types of vehicles are available by Public Commuting for travelers and visitors who want to know how to get to the Temple. Once you’re in downtown Cebu, you can either take a motorcycle in the place, otherwise known as “habal-habal;” a shuttle; taxi; and a jeep for public utilities.

J.Y. is the starting point for your trip to the temple. Square. Square. From there you can get to your destination with a habal-habal or a taxi. You can find JY Square in Lahug at #1 Salinas Drive Drive.

A habal-habal or motorcycle could only take two passengers at a time, charging a minimum fare of 75 pesos per passenger. Waiting fee is 50 pesos. Just make sure that you and the motorcycle driver have agreed on the fare. The fare would normally be from Php50 –100 per person, but there are times when some drivers would charge more than that depending on your agreement.

Another way to get there is to take the shuttle that parks in front of the SSY Center Dessert Factory across Watsons at JV Square Mall. Php 120 pesos/person is charged by the shuttle, good for a round trip. Just check on the Temple shuttle service schedule so you can estimate your exact time of travel and arrival to the temple.

You can also choose to take a taxi cab if you want a more comfortable way to get to the Temple in Cebu. Usually the charge is for a fixed rate because the taxi meter would not be used for the whole trip. This is called a “pakyaw” agreement with fees ranging from round trip Php500 to Php800.

The fare difference can be well – compensated as you can sit in an air – conditioned vehicle comfortably during the ride. There are additional charges for subsequent hours covered depending on the driver’s agreement and the number of agreed hours.

2. PRIVATE CAR

Another way to get to the temple is by private transportation ; say it in your own car or with your companion. Just take the Busay route and drive through CarRoosevelt Street Private. The same road leading to Mountain View and Lantaw Restaurant is this street.

When you arrive at the temple, you don’t have to worry about parking, as there is a parking area for visitors, as well as parking barkers in the same area to assist drivers in parking. The temple charges the parking fee for Php 100. It is offered free outside of the premises but only for a limited number of cars.

It’s all that easy to learn how to go to the temple. To get to Barangay Busay, which you can find in the mountains, you just have to take note of some landmarks.

The first thing to keep in mind in remembering how to go to the Temple is that you have to get off the JY square, which is supposed to be the route to the mountains.

On your way up you will pass by Cosmopolitan, Marco Polo, and Chateau Busya. Turn left towards Mountainview Resort; the same road that leads to Lantaw Busay but the restaurant is on the right side of the fork while the way to the temple is on your left. You will then find the Temple at the end of the road once you see a big structure and many vehicles that are on the side parking.

And if you come from the other provinces, you’d be taken to Cebu by many domestic flights, and then you can begin your journey to the Temple.

CASINO PEAK

by: Gueen Pilapil

It’s the peak of the casino! Not the Chocolate Hills of Bohol nor the Quitinday Hills of Albay! Not taken from the peak of Osmeña but still Cebu’s roof.

CASINO PEAK is one of South Cebu’s newest tourist destinations, attracting mountain climbers, day trippers, budget travelers and local tourists.

Mantalongon Range’s ragged peaks are undeniably one of the most picturesque mountain peaks, not just in Cebu, but throughout the Philippines. The mountain range borders Badian and Dalaguete cities and covers the two cities ‘ different sites and barangays. It features countless conic peaks that are reminiscent of Chocolate Hills from Bohol and Quitinday Hills from Albay.

Casino Peak has remained a secret for years, while Barangay Mantalongon’s Osmeña Peak has become popular with the impressive view of Cebu’s roof. This is understandable as the site is just an easy trek from the main road and yet it offers a panoramic view of the iconic multiple jagged peaks that stretch as far as the neighboring town of Badian, overlooking the towns of Ronda, Moalboal, Argao and Alcoy, and the islands across Tañon and Cebu Straits.

But aside from Osmeña and with the countless peaks comprising Mantalongon Range, there are other lesser known peaks and I am sure there are still not yet discovered that offer equally if not more imposing vista of this spot. There’s Tabon Peak, Lovers’ Peak, Sunset Peak, Kandungaw Peak and the recently becoming popular Casino Peak!

Casino Peak is an icon of Sitio Lugsangan in Barangay Tabon, the neighboring town of Barangay Mantalongon where Osmeña Peak is located. It would be hard not to notice this spot if you are at the village due to its attractive shape, ask any local from the village and they will instantly point you to a towering peak in their backyard. That’s how iconic it is!

Like other sitios in this hinterland of Dalaguete, Sitio Lugsangan is typically rural and laid back. Its high elevation makes it climate temperate and soil rich, ideal to grow high value crops such as lettuce, carrots, tomatoes, beans and onions, among others. Tourism is not the village’s way of life and most locals are into farming. Literally, Sitio Lugsangan is a huge farm.

See Cebu’s roof at Casino Peak from a different point of view!

Lugsangan sits between these conical peaks literally.

HOW TO GET TO CASINO PEAK VIEWPOINT:

There are several options to arriving to Casino Peak but the easiest is definitely to arrive by motorbike. It is possible to also arrive on a bus or habal-habal (bike transport). The third option is to hike to Casino Peak all the way from Osmena Peak, which is about an hour trek. Casino Peak is on Google Maps and I can confirm it is an accurate pin, which is always handy. I will outline how to get to Casino Peak below and also tell you what you can expect on the journey as well as my tips for the drive. It is important to note that it may be referred to as Lugsangan Peak by many people including the locals you are trying to ask for directions.

Getting to Cebu City’s Casino Peak is the same as getting to Osmeña Peak. There are two ways of doing this:

1. The easiest way to get to Casino Peak is by catching a local bus directly from Cebu City South Bus Terminal or Carbon Market to Mantalongon (Dalaguete), traveling time is approximately three hours and traveling around P120. The firs trip is about 6 am to 7 am, though, which is too late if you’re looking for sunrise. The bus will stop at Mantalongon Public Market, from there you may take a habal-habal to Sitio Lugsangan (P40/person, 15 to 20 minutes ride). Lugsangan bound habal-habal are stationed at the end of the road, en route to Osmeña Peak; those stationed in the market charge higher fee so better ask the locals where these habal-habal are stationed.

2. Take a Bato via Oslob bus at Cebu City South Bus Terminal and get off at Dalaguete (before 7/11) if you’re looking for sunrise. It takes at least two hours to travel and P120 (aircon) is the fare. Habal-habal drivers will crowd you as soon as you get off the bus, avoid them as much as possible as they charge higher rate (around P300). From 7/11, walk to the corner of the street where Mantalongon-bound habal-habal are stationed, fare is P50/person or P100/trike. The driver will drop you at Mantalongon Public Market, from there you may take a habal-habal to Sitio Lugsangan (P40/person, 15 to 20 minutes ride). Lugsangan bound habal-habal are stationed at the end of the road, en route to Osmeña Peak; those stationed in the market charge higher fee so better ask the locals where these habal-habal are stationed. Alternatively, you may ask the habal-habal driver from Dalaguete to take you direct to Lugsangan but expect the rate to balloon.

CASINO PEAK ENTRANCE AND FEES:

The entrance will be the same regardless of which option you choose to arrive at Casino Peak. There’s a little house with an’ information center’ that’s a little hut. Another sign is seen from the road but this is a tiny road, you cannot miss it if you follow google maps pin. The entrance fee was 30 pesos per person.

TIPS:

*Look for a local guide.
*Don’t leave anywhere with your trash.
*Stick to the head of the trail and avoid vegetables and crops.
*No peak campsite because it is surrounded by farms.
*No trace left. Do not choose plants.
*Bring shade, sunblock, hat and arm guards to guard against the sun.
*Bring water to keep you hydrated, as you don’t have a store yet.
*In 1 day or half day, you can do Osmeña Peak and Casino Peak. Depending on how fast you go.

NERI’S VILLE

by: Gueen Pilapil

Inspired by the hidden hills of Wanagiri in Bali

You want the sites and settings that are most “instagrammable” just north of Cebu City? Experience the grandeur of the Ville Selfie Corner of the Neri, a beautiful sanctuary in Cebu City’s outskirts. You could have endless selfies here and get the most amazing mountain views. The site is actually on Cebu City’s northern tip in Brgy. Lusaran.

Everyone seems to dream about their next tropical getaway in Bali, Indonesia. Due to their unique attractions like the Bali Swing and the selfie spots in Wanagiri where you can pose inside a huge nest or what nots, travelers are getting so much hype. Cebu City’s Barangay of Lusaran highland, located at the foot of Central Cebu Protected Landscape, was once a quiet village until somebody brought life to the place by turning a barren land into a mini park featuring the iconic landmarks of Bali, Indonesia and Hobbiton, New Zealand.

Welcome to Neri’s Ville, Cebu City’s selfie corner!

Neri’s Ville is named after Christine Neri, who owns the site, located in Sitio Bombil. She is a professional flight attendant and as part of her duty most likely frequents the two countries. She was thinking about recreating some of the attractions of this country in her village and Neri’s Ville came to fruition. Only last September 2018, the place was opened to the public.

The concept of Neri’s Ville is inspired by the different Bali selfie parks like Wanagiri Hidden Hills and Wisata Selfie Park in Danau Buyan with the installation of various life-sized “instagrammable” corners patterned after the two like Bird’s Nest, Sunflower Stage and more! Added attractions are the hobbit houses that are obviously Hobbiton’s recreation in New Zealand, the location for filming.

RATES AND OTHER NERI ‘S VILLE INFORMATIONS:

Neri’s Ville is open Tuesday to Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm. P50 per person is the entrance fee. Expect more on – site developments and enhancements as they are still in soft opening.

How to get to Neri’s Ville?

Exact Location: Sitio Bombil, Barangay Lusaran, Cebu City

Colon is just a 40-minute drive from Neri’s Ville Selfie Corner. You can easily get to this place by using a private vehicle or by following this route via jeepney.

Via jeepney: You can take a jeepney ride from downtown Cebu City going to Talamban via Pit-os. You can alight at the gasoline station in Brgy. Pit-os, where there are many habal-habal that will take you to the site. Hire a habal-habal that will take you to Sitio Bombil and tell the driver to drop you off in Brgy. Lusaran. The fare is usually Php80 per person (one way).

Via private car: If you are using your own car and coming from Cebu City, you can take Gorordo Avenue and head north to the Cebu Transcentral Highway. Go straight up north where you will pass by Brgy. Busay, the Terrazas De Flores Botanical Garden, and the Cottage in the Sky (Basubas Farm), before you can reach Brgy. Lusaran.

You can also navigate for a fast travel time using Waze or Google maps.

TIPS:

* Bring your own food and beverages as they have no restaurant yet. But they’re selling water bottled and there are small vendors in the area.
* On weekends and holidays, the place can be crowded.
* Clean STRICTLY as you go if you choose to eat. Be responsible!
*Keep your belongings in mind. Bathrooms are available for nature calling and changing costumes.
* Only 30-45 minutes drive from Colon, another 30 mins from the highway to Brgy. Lusaran. Road is concrete.
* DO NOT expect too much from this attraction as it’s still under construction. There will put more decorations and will soon accommodate overnight guests.

Beauty is a choice, like happiness. No matter how pleasing the neighborhood or an individual is, it becomes difficult to feel happy and contented if you are under the weather or simply choose not to appreciate what is in front of you. We all encounter rough days; but is the world not too broken and our lives too short to be hated and dull? If you look around, there’s so much for you.

Have fun and enjoy Neri’s Ville’s beauty! 🙂

10,000 ROSES

by: Gueen Pilapil

Cebu’s island has countless natural or even man-made attractions, enough to attract everyone. But a new attraction is always a welcome development like the Cordova Municipality’s 10,000 Roses Café. The 10,000 Roses Café is one of Cebu’s newest craze.

Although, 10000 Roses Café & More is a beautiful place — a tourist attraction definitely and considerably now. That’s why it’s best to stay there until night during the dusk. But what else do we need to know about this café?

About 13 kilometers from downtown Cebu City. The café features on its garden thousands of LED-powered white roses, the Philippines’ first. It opened in February 2017 and instantly became a hit with its unique theme.

The café in Korea has a coffee shop and restaurant that serves drinks, pasta, pizza, panini, sandwiches, salad and more. Beverages for coffee range from P110 to P145, while at P300 pizza and pasta start.

The area of the alfresco overlooking the skyline of Cebu City.

The ground floor is surrounded by white roses and has an indoor and alfresco dining area with modern and stylish seating areas. It also overlooks the unhindered skyline view.

It’s filled with the ocean; The cafe is at the edge of the property, and the ocean with a city view over it is already beyond that. So expect to see a beautiful breeze and an extra sight while you’re there.

Before sunset, the best time to visit is to close when the roses are lit. But if you want to avoid the crowd, go to mid – afternoon at the opening hour. The operating hours of the café are between 10:30AM and 11PM, and the entrance fee is P20/person.

The Café:

Owned by Mr. Miguel Cho, a 28-year – old Korean interior designer, the café is made up of 10,000 LED – powered artificial roses and is said to be viewed from dusk to night better.

In February this year, the café opened its doors to the public and was the result of Mr. Cho’s desire to bring to the Philippines part of the famous attraction of his hometown, the 20,000 Lighted Rose Garden in Dongdaemun, South Korea.

He envisages it as a symbol of love and even plans to expand the café and ultimately turn it into a symbol of love between two people. He also plans to set up a fence where couples can hang locks for each other as a declaration of love. He added that he wants the 10,000 Roses Café to be a place where marriage can bring people together. He contemplates the bride walking down a rose-and-sun aisle across the horizon.

Romance may florish:

Cho said he wanted to create a place where romance could flourish and a man could make his girlfriend a proposal. He added that he wanted it to be the beginning and ending of love stories. Locals ‘ attention was attracted by the place after they noticed the roses lit up the area at night. While the café does not charge entrance fees, if they want to visit the café, the local government asks visitors to pay an environmental fee for PHP20. The best time to visit the café is at night when the LED roses create a romantic atmosphere for its guests. The wall of the café also has a huge flower that lights up together with the roses.

This is the menu of the café:

Smoothies- PHP180 – 220
Pasta- PHP320 – 400
Pizza- PHP300 – 320
Salad- PHP250
Panini- PHP350
Snacks- PHP220 – 450
Coffee- PHP110 – 145 with the same standard size as Starbucks

How to Go to 10,000 Roses Café?

10,000 Roses Café is located next to the famous Lantaw Floating Restaurant at the Cordova Tourism Center compound in Day – As, Cordova.

OPTION 1–PRIVATE VEHICLE: It’s still best to bring your own vehicle back to the city. You can use either Waze or Google Maps, simply type “10,000 Roses Cafe Cordova.”

OPTION 2–TAXI / UBER / GRAB: city taxi / Uber / Grab ride would cost you around P250-300, good for 4.

OPTION 3–V-HIRE: Ride a v-hire from SM City Cebu Terminal to Cordova (P40/pax fare) and drop off at Cordova Grandmall. Ride a tricycle from there to Lantaw (fare P10/pax). 1000 Roses Cafe is just beside Lantaw Cordova.

OPTION 4–JEEPNEY: Ride a jeepney from SM City Cebu Terminal to Parkmall (fare P7/pax). Ride another jeepney from the Parkmall terminal to Lapu – Lapu City. Take the Tamiya / MEPZ 2 and Opon Mercado (P7/pax fare) routes. Ask the driver to drop you off right next to General Milling Corp (P10/pax fare) at SuperMetro. Then ride another jeepney to Cordova, Gaisano Grand Cordova, and ride a tricycle to Lantaw or 10,000 Roses Cafe.

Night Blooms of 10,000 Roses Cafe (and Giant White Rose on the wall).

While there is not much to see in the area, and the novelty of LED roses is getting pretty fast old, it is one of the few tourist attractions in Cebu that have been made by man. There’s no reason why you don’t check it out at least once if you have the time.

Enjoy your visit to Cordova at 10, 000 roses 🙂

KAWASAN FALLS

by: Gueen Pilapil

Kawasan Falls, together with Tumalog Falls, is one of the most famous waterfalls in the Philippines. It’s less than an hour from Moalboal’s diving paradise.

Renowned for its beautiful turquoise water, Kawasan Falls is located at the foot of Mantalungon Mountain Range, about one kilometer from Badian National Road and at least four hours of trekking from Dalaguete’s Osmeña Peak. It’s cold and clear water cascades from Kandayvic Spring through layers of waterfalls before heading for Matutinao River and Tañon Strait.

Kawasan Falls consists of two main waterfalls, both of which are ideal for swimming with deep natural pools. The first cascade is about 40 meters high, while the less crowded second level is about 20 meters high and can be reached within 10 minutes of trekking.

P40 per person is the entrance fee. Bamboo rafts that can accommodate up to 20 people are available for rent on the P300 site, taking you to where the water drops for a massage of natural waterfalls. Cottages and picnic tables can also be rented, while those planning to stay overnight may choose to get a room that is as low as P1,000 for two. Food shouldn’t be a problem, at the restaurants in the area you can bring your own or order.

If you’re in extreme adventure, you might want to try downstream canyoneering from Kanlaob River down to Kawasan Falls in Alegria town. It involves long river trekking, swimming, rappelling, climbing and waterfall jumping, crossing and following picturesque forest trails, clean rivers, streams and waterfalls. A standard rate of P1,500 per municipality of Alegria was implemented.

How to Get to Kawasan Falls

There are different ways to get to the waterfall depending on where you are on the island. There are three of Kawasan Falls ‘ most visited cities from; Cebu City, Oslob, and Moalboal.

From Cebu City to Kawasan Falls

There are buses running every day from Cebu City to Kawasan Falls. You can take the bus to Bato (via Barili) from the South Bus Terminal. It’s important to hop on the bus that goes through Barili, as the other one runs through Oslob and doesn’t stop at Kawasan Falls. If you’re not sure which bus to catch, just ask the station or bus driver for someone. Most people are very friendly and helpful in the Philippines, so it shouldn’t be an issue!

You can always ask the bus driver when you hop on the bus if he can let you know when to hop off, so you don’t miss Kawasan Falls station. Riding in an air – conditioned bus costs 150 pesos, and it takes about 3 hours from Cebu to Kawasan Falls.

From Oslob to Kawasan Falls

If you’re traveling from Oslob to Kawasan Falls, take the bus to Bato first and then change the bus to Badian, Cebu City (via Barili). The bus journey takes about 1.5 hours and costs about 100 pesos.

From Moalboal to Kawasan Falls

Take the yellow bus that leaves to Kawasan Falls at Moalboal’s big market. The bus leaves near the “360 Pharmacy,” and make sure that it’s the right bus to ask the bus driver.

The bus will cost about 20 pesos and will take about 45 minutes.

From the bus stop to Kawasan Falls

Looking for a big sign with a picture of the waterfall and a text that says “This Way to Kawasan Falls” when you jump off at the bus stop at Kawasan Falls. You are likely to meet some people who ask you if you want a guide, please say no if this happens to you. They’re going to try to fool you by saying the road is dangerous and it’s hard to get there – that’s not true! Just follow the road and you’re not going to get lost!

Tips for a great time at Kawasan Falls

Don’t have too high expectations

Many of the pictures you see online show an untouched and peaceful place–so make sure you don’t go there with too high expectations. Sitting on a bus for 3 hours is not fun and then being disappointed because it didn’t look like the pictures. I recommend going there thinking it’s going to be packed with people and it’s going to be loud but very beautiful at the same time and you’re going to have a lot of fun!

Try to avoid the crowds

You need to be there early to avoid the crowds. If you live near the waterfalls or in Moalboal, it’s best to visit Kawasan Falls, so you can easily rent a moped or tricycle and go there in the morning alone. If you want to get there during the sunrise. Going from Cebu City or Oslob takes longer time or an expensive taxi ride. Going there during a weekday is obviously better than visiting during the weekend when the locals come to visit the falls.

Bring something to eat and drink

As with many other tourist attractions around the world, buying food and drinks on site is often more expensive and the food is often a disappointment. There is no exception to Kawasan Falls. Bring some fresh fruit, pandesal bread or buns, it’s both cheap and will stay fresh during both your bus trip and the time that you’re spending at the waterfall.

Don’t skip the other waterfalls

There are actually other waterfalls in the area to visit, and they are just above the famous Kawasan Waterfall. These waterfalls are slightly smaller, but they still have lovely turquoise waters. The one farthest up also has a raft of bamboo and even a liana from which you can swing into the water. Most people visiting Kawasan Falls don’t even know the other waterfalls are excising, or don’t bother getting up there because it’s a steep (but beautiful) walk. This also means that you and your friends will have less people and more room to hang out, which is great!

Here’s a video about Kawasan Falls.

Go Get A Fish – “Co Jordan Bangus and Talaba Eatery”

My members decided to go to Co Jordan Bangus and Talaba eatery/Fishing laagon-Consolacion,Cebu for our blog purposes. Co Jordan is one of the popular for fishing in cebu. If you love seafoods, this place is definitely fit for you.

The Cottages

The co jordan has several cottages that can accommodate from small to large group of people. On that time, we booked a P150 cottage good for 3 hours only. It has a videoke use for entertainment for the customers and it can accommodate up to 15 to 20 pesos.

Fishing lagoon

If you have not heard of this eatery before, Co jordan is also a fishing lagoon. You can do fishing there, you just need to buy fish food for only P20 pesos and the fishing rod will be provided. To be honest, I unintentionally catch tilapia and one crab on the side, at first, i thought this fishing lagoon has only bangus to catch on. If you’re lucky enough to catch a fish, you can have someone in the eatery to cook it for you. But if you want, you can bring your freshly catch fish home with you. ( ofcourse, it goes with a charge)

The Food

Just like other talaba eatery or fishing lagoon nearby, the best way to enjoy your stay is to order food at the reception area and tell the attendant how you want you food to be cooked. And there are lots of stocks of seafood and you can buy it and if you want it to be cooke, they will cook it for you according to your preffered cooking method. Their food and tastes good and if you love seafood I’m pretty sure you will love Co Jordan bangus and talaba eatery. Additionally if you go there hungry and want to have a ready to serve food items, you can order kalamares, talaba, shrimp and etc.

10 UNCOMMONLY USED FILIPINO WORDS

No matter how fluent we are in speaking our native language, it turns out we still have so much to learn because there are many words out there that describe common things we encounter every day but had no idea these words even existed.

Here are some uncommon Filipino words. How many of these words do you already know?

BALINTATAW

English term: Pupil of the eye

Meaning:
The pupil is a hole located in the center of the iris of the eye that allows light to strike the retina.

Example:
Si Angel ay may kakayahang makakita ng nakaraan ang kanyang balintataw.

SALIPAPAW

English: Airplane

Meaning:
A powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces.

Example:
Hindi ko makakalimutan ang naranasan ko noong ako’y sumakay ng salipapaw.

BALINTUNA

English term: Unbelievable

Meaning:
So great or extreme as to be difficult to believe; extraordinary

Example:
Balintuna naman, ang mga barko para sa mga bilanggo ang may isa sa pinakamalusog at pinakaligtas na mga rekord sa paglalakbay sa dagat noong panahong iyon

HIMATON

English term: Clue

Meaning:
A piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving of a mystery.

Example:
Nagbigay ng mga himaton si Kier upang maintindihan ni Aina ang nais niyang sabihin.

ANLUWAGE

English term: Carpenter

Meaning:
A person who makes and repairs wooden objects and structures.

Example:
Ang anluwage ay gumawa ng muwebles para sa lood ng bahay.

DURUNGAWAN

English term: Window

Meaning:
An opening in the wall or roof of a building or vehicle that is fitted with glass or other transparent material in a frame to admit light or air and allow people to see out.

Example:
Sabi nila na ang ating mga mata ay durungawan ng ating kaluluwa.

DUYOG

English term: Eclipse

Meaning:
An obscuring of the light from one celestial body by the passage of another between it and the observer or between it and its source of illumination.

Example:
Inaabangan ng mga taga-Arizona ang pagdating ng duyog ngayong gabi.