How to Write 'Smart' in Baybayin Script (Ilocano)
Authentic and historically accurate pre-Philippine script transliteration of the Ilocano word Smart. Etymology, root derivatives, and conjugations validated by linguistic researcher and pre-Philippine script expert Kristian Kabuay.
ILOCANO TRANSLATION
Smart
Traditional Writing Method
Breakdown:
Na-Si-Ri
Modern Writing Method
Breakdown:
Na-Si-Ri-B
Etymology
Root is 'sirib' (wisdom), a native term used to denote deep understanding and intellectual sharpness.
ROOT WORD: SIRIB
masirib
to be wise
kinasirib
intelligence
manarsirib
philosopher
pagsiriban
source of wisdom