Traditional Filipino Value

Philippines, Filipinos, Filipinas, . . . not only is it a tongue twister, it’s also very confusing for visitors. Before you get mixed up with all the terms, let’s clarify the basics. The people from the Philippine islands are called ‘Filipinos’ in English, ‘Pinoys’ (as the Filipinos calls themselves in colloquial) and ‘Pilipino’ in the native language. When indicating a female gender, ‘Filipina’, ‘Pinay’, or ‘Pilipina’ are used.
The country’s name, Philippines, is spelled with a p and an h, since it was named after King Philip II of Spain in the 1500′s. It can also be spelled Filipinas. Since the national language has no f or h in its alphabet, it is also written as Pilipinas.
While most reside in the archipelago, many Filipinos are scattered throughout the world seeking a better life or working hard to send money home to their families. It’s most likely that you’ve met a Filipino at least once in your life, or even have some Filipino friends. If not, you are sure to make new friends when you visit these 7,107 islands.
Whether you encounter Filipinos in their home country or in a foreign land, their people-oriented nature will surely strike you. You’ll soon notice a close bond that connects them. Filipinos automatically consider the effect of their actions and behaviour on the lives of friends and relatives, keeping their best interests in mind.
This interdependence among Filipinos stems from a set of traditional values passed on from generation to generation. The traditional values of hiya, utang na loob, Smooth Interpersonal Relations, and bayanihan are the basis of Filipino behaviour and harmonious relationships. These values combined with close family ties, deep and lasting friendships and a laid-back nature, make up the Filipinos today. Of course, with globalisation and exposure to other cultures, these traditional values are slowly being diluted. For example, some Filipinos, especially those in the cities, adhere to the western value of independence more than the traditional ways