English to Matigsalug Language Dictionary for Students

Product Details

• Title: English to Matigsalug Language Dictionary for Students

• Authors:

  • Naomi Keith (Compiler)

  • Leo Queram Dumacon Lacaran (Matigsalug Dictionary Assistant)

  • Renato Sulilawan Lacubay (Matigsalug Dictionary Assistant)

• Publisher: Summer Institute of Linguistics, Inc., Davao City

• Year of Publication: 2013

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 388

• ISBN: 9789711804411

Overview

The English to Matigsalug Language Dictionary for Students is an essential resource for learners of the Matigsalug language, one of the indigenous languages of Mindanao, Philippines. Designed specifically for students, this dictionary provides a comprehensive list of English terms alongside their Matigsalug equivalents, making it an invaluable tool for language acquisition and academic studies.

Compiled by Naomi Keith, with assistance from Leo Queram Dumacon Lacaran and Renato Sulilawan Lacubay, this dictionary is published by the Summer Institute of Linguistics (SIL) in cooperation with the Commission on Philippine Languages and the Department of Education. It aims to support the education and preservation of the Matigsalug language, enabling students and language enthusiasts to better understand and communicate in this regional dialect.

Key Features

• English to Matigsalug Translations: The dictionary offers clear translations of commonly used English words into the Matigsalug language, supporting students in their learning and usage of both languages.

• Student-Focused Design: Tailored specifically for students, the dictionary is user-friendly, ensuring that learners of all ages can easily navigate and utilize it for language studies.

• Language Preservation: By documenting the Matigsalug language in an accessible format, this resource contributes to the preservation of a key linguistic element of the Matigsalug people’s culture.

• Cultural Relevance: The dictionary not only provides translations but also reflects the unique cultural and linguistic characteristics of the Matigsalug people, enhancing students' understanding of the language in its cultural context.

• Educational Cooperation: Developed in partnership with educational institutions such as the Department of Education, this dictionary supports formal and informal educational settings, from primary schools to universities.

Interesting Facts

• Matigsalug Language: Matigsalug is one of the indigenous languages spoken by the Matigsalug people, who primarily reside in the province of Davao del Norte, Mindanao. It is part of the Manobo language group and plays a significant role in the region's linguistic and cultural landscape.

• Partnership with Educational Institutions: This dictionary was produced with the involvement of the Commission on Philippine Languages and the Department of Education, reinforcing the importance of indigenous language documentation in formal education systems.

• Language Development: The inclusion of Matigsalug in academic resources like this dictionary highlights the ongoing efforts to promote and preserve indigenous languages in the Philippines, ensuring their survival for future generations.

Publishers

Published by the Summer Institute of Linguistics (SIL) in Davao City, this dictionary is part of a broader initiative to support language research and preservation in the Philippines. The collaboration with the Commission on Philippine Languages and the Department of Education ensures that this work is aligned with national educational and linguistic priorities.

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