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Filipinos help one another
More popularly known as bayanihan, Filipinos help one another—without expecting anything in return—so that undertaking their tasks and responsibilities become much easier. Sometimes this is called “community spirit.”
Filipinos have the longest Christmas celebrations—ever
Even as early as August, you can hear Christmas songs and jingles being played in the malls or in the restaurants in the Philippines. The mood becomes festive, with many people shopping and in good spirits. Christmas celebrations last until around the first or second week of January.
Filipinos love to sing
This is the reason why karaoke has become so prevalent. As part of their recreation, Filipinos spend some quality time with their families or friends singing or belting out new and old songs.
PAGMAMANO "honoring gesture)
The Tagalog word pagmamano comes from the root word mano, which means “hand” in Spanish. It is an act of paying respect to an older person by touching the back of the elder’s hand against a younger one’s forehead. Generally, this courtesy is done with the right hand and is performed upon meeting the person. The phrase “mano po” meaning “may I have your hand” is spoken by the younger individual asking for the hand while the response “kaawaan ka ng Diyos” or “God bless you” is uttered by the elderly.
"PO at "OPO"
Filipino people are courteous. This can be seen by the Filipino tradition of using the words “po” and “opo”. These words are words of respect. They are used mostly in the Filipino families to show respect to the elders. The thing is that, even when not talking to family, as long as the Filipino people are talking to someone that is older than them, they use these words. There isn’t any translation of the words “po” and “opo” to other languages. Only the Filipino people use them. For instance, when Filipino people say thank you to people who are older than them, they say “salamat po”. Alternatively, they can also say “thank you po”. Remember, as long they are talking to people who are older than them, the words “po” and “opo” are used. Other than this, the Filipino people are said to be courteous because they don’t forget to use courteous words. Visit the Philippines and you will definitely see this Filipino tradition.
Filipinos value traditions and culture
For Filipinos, traditions in their home and in their family are important. They usually set aside a specific day for a certain celebration like festivals, birthday parties, reunions, etc. And of course, every gathering is dedicated to keeping up with each other over sumptuous food.
Filipinos love to eat
Aside from breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Filipinos manage to squeeze in a little meal in between, too. Whether they eat every hour or every three hours, they savour every bite. Oh, and we do love going to buffets!
What is it about the Philippines that makes it different from the rest of the world? Well, for one thing, it is all about their culture. Go visit Philippines and you will always want to come back!
Article from: https://theculturetrip.com/asia/philippines/articles/11-things-you-should-know-about-the-filipino-culture/