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The Tagalog word "alamat" translates to "legend" or "folklore." It is often used to refer to traditional stories or myths that explain the origin of things or events in Filipino culture.
upang mas may origin ang alamat o ang istorya
i guess i can say it's "pinagmulan".. literally "what started it" or nagsimula "where it started"
Pinagmulan ng wika at dahilan ng pagkakaiba-iba ng mga wika sa daigidig?
The origin of the Santa Claus is that he is actually St. Nick, a figure with legendary, mythical and folklore origin, who, on the night before Christmas, brought gifts to children.
The story "The Origin of this World" by the Maranao qualifies as a legend. It is a Philippine myth that follows reported folklore, not documented fact, about how the world was created.
German, a Hobbs is a small mischievous imp in german folklore.
The origin of the word "troll" can be traced back to Old Norse, where it referred to supernatural beings in Scandinavian folklore. Over time, the term evolved to describe internet users who disrupt online discussions by posting provocative or inflammatory comments to provoke an emotional response.
La Llorona, ancient tale, possibly Aztec origin, about a woman who drowned her two children in a river because she believed a man would marry her if she had no children. He was horrified and rejected her. Now her ghost haunts the river, wailing and weeping.
The Western interpretation of Eastern European superstitions about magical and unclean beings that were supposed to "suck your energy" or bring you bad luck.
One origin could be the 'geiss' in Irish folklore. Geiss was a right that a princess could invoke on anyone in her kingdom. It was like a spell or a curse.
Charles Hardwick has written: 'History of the borough of Preston and its environs, in the county of Lancaster' -- subject(s): History 'Traditions, superstitions, and folklore, (chiefly Lancashire and the north of England:) their affinity to others in widely-distributed localities; their eastern origin and mythical significance' -- subject(s): Folklore 'A history of the articles of religion' -- subject(s): Anglican authors, Church of England, Doctrines 'Traditions, superstitions, and folklore, (chiefly Lancashire and the north of England' -- subject(s): Folklore