Author Archives: Ariela Mae Pueblas

“My Carabao English,” by F. Sionil Jose is defined as a english language/word that originated on a particular place, specifically the philipines. Because of colonialism we Filipinos adopted several languages and because of that we eventually created our own meaning to a particular word that only us can understand. Jose described “Carabao English” as aContinue reading “Preserving Carabao English”

In the 1980s, F. Sionil Jose, a Filipino writer, was criticized for his English writing. He wanted to keep his Filipino identity in his writing. He explained that his English was special because he translated his thoughts from Filipino to English. Jose’s work was translated into many languages, and people liked his stories about FilipinoContinue reading “Moo-ving Through Carabao English”

In “My Carabao English,” by F. Sionil Jose presents a reflection on the significance of language and its connection to cultural identity. Jose described “Carabao English” as a testament to his unwavering love and dedication to Filipino heritage, language, and literature. Carabao English is composed of english words but only filipinos can able to understandContinue reading “Preserving the Carabao English”

Anymore is a song about a break up where she regrets letting this person get into her life.