Pangaloli

Pangaloli is a Tagalog word primarily used in the Bicol region of the Philippines. It generally refers to a type of traditional fishing method, specifically a fishing net or trap. More broadly, it can signify the act of fishing itself, particularly fishing using these traditional methods. The term sometimes carries a connotation of small-scale or subsistence fishing, as opposed to larger commercial operations. While the basic meaning remains consistent, subtle variations in its precise application can depend on the specific location and local dialect within the Bicol region. The term evokes a sense of traditional Bicolano culture and livelihood connected to the sea or rivers.