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sambal

sambal

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A person from a native group in the Zambales region of the Philippines
  • proper noun
  • /ˈsæm.bəl/
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  • Many Sambal celebrate their heritage through music and dance at local festivals.

Examples

  • Researchers visited a Sambal community to learn about their unique weaving techniques.

  • The Sambal have preserved many of their traditional customs despite modern influences.

  • The sambal people have a rich cultural heritage.

  • Many sambal families still practice traditional fishing.

  • The Sambal have preserved many of their traditional customs despite modern influences.

  • Researchers visited a Sambal community to learn about their unique weaving techniques.

  • Many Sambal celebrate their heritage through music and dance at local festivals.

Surface Forms

sambal main

Etymology

The name Sambal comes from the native people of the Zambales region in the Philippines. So, Sambal today means a person from that group and the traditions they keep.