Ibatan to English Dictionary with English, Filipino, Ilokano, Ivatan Indices

Product Details

• Title: Ibatan to English Dictionary with English, Filipino, Ilokano, Ivatan Indices

• Compiled by: Judith Y.M. Maree, SIL International

• Ibatan Language Consultant: Orlando R. Tomas

• Introduction, Grammar Sketch, and Appendices: Rudell D. Marre, SIL International

• Publisher: SIL Philippines

• Publication Date: 2012

• Printed in: Philippines

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 502

• ISBN: 9789711804398

• Published in Cooperation with: Commission on Philippine Languages and Department of Education, Manila, Philippines

Overview

The Ibatan to English Dictionary is a comprehensive and scholarly resource designed to support the study and preservation of the Ibatan language, spoken by the Ibatan people in the northernmost part of the Philippines. Compiled by Judith Y.M. Maree and assisted by language consultant Orlando R. Tomas, this dictionary is an essential tool for linguists, educators, and those interested in the linguistic heritage of the Ibatan community. The dictionary includes not only Ibatan-English entries but also comprehensive indices in English, Filipino, Ilokano, and Ivatan, making it a versatile reference for speakers and learners of these languages.

The inclusion of a grammar sketch and appendices by Rudell D. Marre offers additional insights into the structure of the Ibatan language, further enhancing the dictionary’s utility. This work was published in cooperation with the Commission on Philippine Languages and the Department of Education, ensuring its academic value and contribution to the preservation of Philippine languages.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Ibatan-English Entries: The dictionary provides clear translations from Ibatan to English, enabling users to learn the vocabulary and meanings of words within the context of the Ibatan language.

• Multi-Language Indices: With indices in English, Filipino, Ilokano, and Ivatan, this dictionary allows for cross-referencing and makes it accessible to speakers of multiple Philippine languages.

• Grammar Sketch: The grammar sketch by Rudell D. Marre helps learners understand the grammatical rules of the Ibatan language, offering a structural overview and context for the vocabulary.

• Cultural and Linguistic Significance: The work represents a significant effort in documenting and preserving the Ibatan language, contributing to the ongoing efforts to safeguard linguistic diversity in the Philippines.

• Collaboration with Key Institutions: Published in cooperation with the Commission on Philippine Languages and the Department of Education, the dictionary is a recognized resource for both academic study and educational use.

Interesting Facts

• Ibatan Language: Ibatan is a unique language spoken in the northernmost provinces of the Philippines, particularly in the Batanes Islands. This dictionary plays a crucial role in the documentation of a language that is at risk of being lost due to modernization and globalization.

• Language Preservation: The publication of this dictionary aligns with the ongoing efforts to preserve and revitalize minority languages in the Philippines, with support from local government and linguistic institutions.

• Cross-Language Utility: The inclusion of multi-language indices makes this dictionary a valuable resource not only for Ibatan speakers but also for speakers of other Philippine languages like Filipino and Ilokano.

Publishers

This dictionary is published by SIL Philippines, an organization that works towards the preservation and documentation of Philippine languages. SIL’s partnership with the Commission on Philippine Languages and the Department of Education underscores the significance of this resource in the broader context of language preservation.

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Contents:

Maps
The Ibatan language
Ibatan phonemes
Grammar sketch
Ibatan-English Dictionary
Appendices
Ibatan affixation system
Archaic terms
Numbers (Bidang)
Body parts
The moon (Bohan)
Winds and rain (Salawsaw kan chimoy)
Sea and waves (Tãw kan abkas)
Plants (Mohamoha)
Rice culture
Kin terms
Topical lists
Ibatan photo gallery
Indices
English-Ibatan Index
Filipino-Ibatan Index
Ilokano-Ibatan Index
Ivatan-Ibatan Index