Spain-Philippines Cultural Dictionary | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

Parol

It is a star-shaped lantern hanged outside the Filipino houses during Christmas season.

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Reyes Magos

Fiesta de Los Reyes or the Feast of the Epiphany is observed in both countries, however, in different ways. In Spain, there are street parades and a lot of Rosc

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Uvas

The Las doce uvas de la Suerte is a tradition in Spain every New Year’s Eve. A person needs to eat 12 grapes to the beat of 12 chimes at midnight.

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Ukay-Ukay

A type of clothing store that sells second-hand clothes. accessories at a cheap price.

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Quezon City

It is the biggest city in terms of population.

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seesaw

Swap points!

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rocket

Go to first place!

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fairy

Take points!

lifesaver

Give 25 points!

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Niyog

It is the Filipino term for a mature coconut fruit. Coconut milk is a staple ingredient for many Filipino delicacies.

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boom

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fairy

Take points!

gift

Win 20 points!

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banana

Go to last place!

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Camino de Santiago

It is an ancient pilgrim trail to the Cathedral of Santiago. Hikers take on this purposeful long-distance walk mostly for spiritual reasons.

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El Escorial

El Escorial offers a variety of scenery, which makes the uphill walk worthwhile.

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thief

Give points!

star

Double points!

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shark

Other team loses 25 points!

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banana

Go to last place!

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Taho

A popular snack made from soybean or soft tofu mixed with sugar syrup and cooked sago pearls. In the morning, it is typical to hear vendors singing “Tahoooo!” t

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Jeepney

It is the cheapest mode of transportation in the Philippines. It can accommodate 16 to 20 passengers, excluding the driver. The vibrant jeepney signs seen on th

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thief

Give points!

star

Double points!

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shark

Other team loses 25 points!

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thief

Give points!

Vino

In Spain, it is a must to go out for tapas as it varies in every region. It is typical to see locals indulge in tapas and wine at any time of the day.

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Arroz con leche

It is a creamy rice pudding dessert with cinnamon and lemon.

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