adjective
Philippine
FIH-lih-peen
adjective
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Relating to the Philippines or its people and culture.
"Philippine cuisine blends Spanish, Chinese, and Malay influences."
How to Use Philippine
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribing anything connected to the Philippines.
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The country and its people are usually called "Filipino/Filipina," while "Philippine" is mainly used before a noun, as in "Philippine government."
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_____ cuisine blends Spanish, Chinese, and Malay influences.