Bugtong/Riddles
Heto na si Kaka, bubuka-bukaka.
Gunting
This actor earned the title “Comedy King” for his iconic roles in films like Home Along da Riles.
Dolphy
A popular Filipino breakfast dish consisting of scrambled eggs, rice, and a variety of toppings, particularly Beef Tapa.
Tapsilog
This traditional Filipino greeting, often used when visiting someone’s home, involves bowing and touching the back of an elder’s hand to one’s forehead.
Mano
This species of fish, found in the Philippines, is often used for sinigang and other traditional dishes and is known for its robust taste.
Bangus
Isa ang pinasok, tatlo ang lumabas.
Tshirt
This actor, known as the “Da King" of Philippine Movies, starred in over 300 films.
Fernando Poe Jr.
This rice cake, often topped with coconut and brown sugar, is commonly served during the Holidays.
Bibingka
This Filipino practice refers to the act of helping others, often seen when neighbors help move a house.
Bayanihan
This commonly known bird, which is the national bird of the Philippines, has a strikingly large crest and is critically endangered.
Philippine Eagle
May puno, walang bunga; may dahon, walang sanga.
Libro
This 2019 film starring Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards became the highest-grossing Filipino film of all time.
Hello, Love, Goodbye
This snack, made from deep-fried crispy pork skin, is often served with a spicy vinegar dip.
Chicharon
This colorful Filipino festival, celebrated every January in Cebu, honors the Santo Niño, or the Child Jesus.
Sinulog
This small, brightly colored bird is known for its distinctive "chirp" and is a common sight in Filipino backyards.
Maya
Tumitindig nang walang paa, lumuluha nang walang mata.
Kandila
This actress, a former Miss Universe 2015, has become a global celebrity and actress.
Pia Wurtzbach
A fried snack, typically stuffed with a savory filling of meat or vegetables and wrapped in a crispy dough.
Empanada
This Filipino poet and revolutionary is known for his work Balagtasan, a poetic debate, and his contributions to Filipino literature.
Francisco Balagtas
This large and powerful wild animal native to the Philippines is known for its distinctive horn shape, and is often hunted for its meat and hides.
Carabao
Hindi tao, hindi hayop, kung uminom ay salup-salop.
Lupa
This musical trio is known as the “Philippine Madrigal Singers” of the 90s Pinoy Pop Scene.
Apo Hiking Society
A popular Filipino dessert made from sweetened saba bananas, jackfruit, and coconut milk, served in a thick syrup.
Banana con Hielo
This Filipino festival, held in Manila every February, celebrates the feast of the Black Nazarene.
Traslacion
This endangered mammal, native to the Philippines, is known for its slow movements and is often referred to as the "tree cow."
Tarsier