Filipino · Nature & Environment
bundok
Mountain
Beginnernoun
Definition
A very high hill; Mayon's perfect cone is world-famous.
Example
Perpekto ang hugis ng Bulkang Mayon.
Mayon Volcano has a perfect shape.
Etymology
Derived from the Proto-Austronesian term '*bundu' meaning 'mountain or hill', 'bundok' has evolved in Tagalog while retaining its geographic significance.
How & Where It’s Used
'Bundok' is frequently used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing geography, nature, and adventure. It appears in literature and is easily understood throughout the Philippines.
Literary Heritage
Referenced in various folk songs and literature that celebrate the natural beauty of the Philippines.