Babuyin (en. Pork)

/babu'jin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of animal belonging to the family Suidae, commonly recognized for their unpleasant smell.
Pigs are often raised on farms.
Ang babuyin ay madalas na inaalagaan sa mga bukirin.
Common food made from pig meat.
At our gathering, there were many pork dishes prepared.
Sa aming handaan, may maraming putaheng babuyin na inihanda.
A term for animals that are fat and heavy-bodied.
Pigs are known for their large size and sturdy bodies.
Ang babuyin ay kilala sa kanilang malaking sukat at matibay na katawan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pig out
To eat excessively or without control.
babuyin sa pagkain
pork money
Money derived from selling pigs or pork products.
perang babuyin

Related Words

pig
The general term for domesticated pigs.
baboy
sausage
A type of dish made from pork.
longganisa

Slang Meanings

Ugly or wrong behavior; rude
There he goes again, acting like a pig in the way he talks.
Ayan na naman siya, parang babuyin na naman sa pagsalita.
Very lazy or lazy at work
That's him, really lazy, just like a pig that slouches around.
Ganoon siya, tamad talaga, parang babuyin na laylay.