Alamat and Its Elements

Vocabulary flashcards reviewing the origins, historical influences, and structural elements of legends (Alamat).

Legendus

The Latin word from which the term Alamat (legend) originates, meaning "upang mabasa" (to be read).

Alamat

A narrative passed down through generations that typically discusses indigenous culture, customs, or the environment.

Pananampalatayang Pagano

Religious or spiritual traditions that are not included in major monotheistic religions, especially during ancient times.

Malay

The group that taught our ancestors the alphabet called alifbata or alibata, as well as beliefs regarding Anito, saints, Bathala, and faith in the Creator.

Alifbata

Also called alibata, the alphabet introduced and taught to our ancestors by the Malays.

Prayleng Espanyol

The Spanish Friars who burned the written literature of our ancestors.

Tauhan

An element of Alamat consisting of the characters who give life to the story.

Tagpuan

An element of Alamat referring to the place where the action occurs and the time when it took place.

Saglit na Kasiglahan

An element of Alamat that presents the problem that the character will face.

Tunggalian

Translated as conflict in English; the struggle or adventure of the main character against problems within oneself, others, or nature.

Kasukdulan

Translated as climax in English; the most dramatic or exciting part of the story where the main character may achieve success or failure.

Kakalasan

An element of Alamat showing the gradual winding down of the story following the intense events of the climax.

Katapusan

An element of Alamat that presents the final resolution of the story, which can end in happiness, sadness, defeat, or victory.