narka'

See also: Narka

Maranao

Etymology

From Sanskrit नरक (naraka). Akin to Tausug narka', Maguindanao naraka and Malay neraka.

Noun

narka'

  1. hell
    Synonyms: diyahanam, kanaraka'an

Tausug

Alternative forms
  • nalka'

Etymology

From Sanskrit नरक (naraka). Compare Maranao narka', Maguindanao naraka, Malay neraka.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈnarkaʔ/, [ˈnaɹ.kɐʔ]

Noun

narka'

  1. Hell
    Antonym: sulga'

Further reading
  • Francisco, Juan R. (January 1963), chapter 1, in Indian Influences In The Philippines With Special Reference To Language And Literature (PhD)‎, University of Madras, page 66
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