Baino (en. Bamboo)

/ˈbaino/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of plant with tall and flexible stems used for various purposes.
The bamboo tree is used in building houses.
Ang puno ng baino ay ginagamit sa paggawa ng mga bahay.
A type of grafted plant that can be mixed with other types of plants.
The grafted varieties of bamboo are easy to grow.
Ang mga baining uri ng baino ay madaling palaguin.

Etymology

Other language: Malay

Common Phrases and Expressions

Bamboo house
A house made of bamboo.
Bainong tahanan

Related Words

Copper bamboo
A form of bamboo used by fishermen.
bainong tanso

Slang Meanings

A head that is empty or easily hurt.
You're so nice, it's like your head is empty!
Ang baitbait mo, parang walang laman ang bungo mo!
Lazy or lacks enthusiasm.
Wow, you're so weak, you have no drive in life!
Aba, duwag na lang ang bait mo, walang gana sa buhay!
Showy but not useful.
You're so showy, but can't even sleep properly.
Ang baitbait mo, pero hindi nga makatulog ng maayos.