Ampibyan (en. Amphibian)

am-PIB-yan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of animal that lives both in water and on land.
The frog is an example of an amphibian.
Ang palaka ay isang halimbawa ng ampibyan.
An animal capable of adapting its life to two environments (water and land).
Many amphibians lay their eggs in water.
Maraming ampibyan ang nangingitlog sa tubig.
Includes species such as salamanders and toads.
Salamanders are included in amphibians.
Ang mga salamander ay kabilang sa ampibyan.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin term 'amphibia'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to amphibianize
The act of behaving like an amphibian or having amphibian characteristics.
magampibyan

Related Words

frog
A common type of amphibian that can jump and lives in water.
palaka
salamander
A type of amphibian with a long body and distinct limbs.
salamander

Slang Meanings

Flirty or loud among people
Wow, the people were so ampibyan at the party last night!
Grabe, ang ampibyan ng mga tao sa party kagabi!
Too entertaining or funny
This stand-up comedian is so ampibyan!
Ang ampibyan ng stand-up comedian na 'to!
Unique or one of a kind
Nothing beats the ampibyan style of her dancing!
Walang tatalo sa ampibyan na style ng kanyang pagsasayaw!