Salam Badjao Flashcards
Where is the Badjao community primarily located?
Sulu Archipelago, Zamboanga Peninsula, Tawi-Tawi, Palawan, and parts of Mindanao
What dialects are associated with the Badjao people?
Sinama (Sama language) and Bajau
What alternative name is given to the Badjao people?
Sama Dilaut or Sea Gypsies
When did the Badjao migrate to the Philippines?
In the 14th century
What is the traditional lifestyle of the Badjao?
Living in houseboats and relying on fishing and marine activities
What challenges do the Badjao face?
Displacement and marginalization
What is a ‘lepa’?
A boathouse traditionally used by the Badjao
What is the primary living structure of the Badjao called?
Dapang or Bay Sinug (stilt house over water)
What is the main living area of a dapang?
Elevated wooden platform for daily activities
What materials are used for the roof of a dapang?
Bamboo or Nipa
Why are the stilts of a dapang raised?
To avoid high tides and provide ventilation
What connects the houses in a Badjao community?
Bridges or walkways over water
What does ‘local misdom’ refer to in the context of Badjao vernacular architecture?
Bablao
Fill in the blank: The Badjao are known for their unique _______ architecture.
[vernacular]
What is Vernacular Architecture?
A type of architecture that reflects local traditions and materials, often seen in structures like the Samal house.
Describe the Samal House.
An elevated rectangular one-room structure located near coastal waters.
What are the building materials used in the Samal House?
Nipa palm for roofing, bamboo and wooden planks for walls and floors, mangrove wood for stilts, rattan and rope for fastening.
What decorative and structural elements are found in the Samal House?
Colorful carvings on lepa boats and woven mats and fabrics for interior decoration.
What is a key feature of the design of the Samal House?
It has a simple yet functional design for quick repair and adaptation to the sea environment.
Where are Sama-Bajau communities typically located?
They are often located near fishing grounds for easy access to livelihood.
What is notable about modern Sama-Bajau communities?
Some have migrated to urban areas but still retain maritime traditions.
What skills are the Sama-Bajau known for?
They are skilled in freediving and fishing, using traditional methods.
