Bambo (en. Bamboo)

/bæm.boʊ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of tall grass commonly used as material for various purposes.
He built a house made of bamboo.
Gumawa siya ng bahay na yari sa bambo.
A plant that grows rapidly and thrives in tropical areas.
Bamboo grows quickly in hot climates.
Ang bambo ay tumutubo ng mabilis sa mainit na klima.
A commonly used symbol of resilience and adaptability.
Bamboo is considered a symbol of resilience in Asian cultures.
Ang bambo ay itinuturing na simbolo ng katatagan sa kultura ng mga Asyano.

Etymology

Pinagmulan ng salita, walang tiyak na origin; karaniwang ginagamit sa mga pambansang wika.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Bamboo behind the house
Commonly used part of traditional homes in the Philippines.
Bambo sa likod ng bahay

Related Words

bamboo grove
An area where many bamboo plants grow.
bambuhan

Slang Meanings

slang for someone or something with a unique style or persona
Wow, her outfit is so bambo!
Grabe, ang bambo ng kanyang outfit!
weird or unusual
You really are bambo with your jokes!
Ikaw talaga, bambo ka sa mga joke mo!
fragrant or satisfying
The food smells so bambo here!
Ang bambo ng amoy ng pagkain dito!