Banigan (en. Mat)

/ba.ni.ɡan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

Generally used in traditional culture as protection against cold and dirt.

Mats are often used in feasts in our town.

Ang mga banigan ay madalas na ginagamit sa mga piging sa aming bayan.

A layer of mat used as a surface or flooring.

We spread a mat under the tree to sit on.

Naglatag kami ng banigan sa ilalim ng puno upang maupo.

A form of art or handicraft made from plant fibers.

The mats made from coco fiber are very artistic.

Ang mga banigan na gawa sa coco fiber ay napaka-sining.

Derived from the term 'banig', referring to crafts made from leaves or fibers.

spread a mat

Laying down a layer of mat to sit on or to put things on.

naglatag ng banigan

mat

A type of mat, commonly used for sitting or placing on the floor.

banig

A comparison to something that is unimportant or useless.

For me, what you’re saying is like a banigan, I don’t care.

Para sa 'kin, parang banigan lang yung sinasabi mo, wala akong pakialam.

Joking around or teasing a friend without serious intent.

Oh, we were just banigan, just laughing the whole time.

Naku, banigan lang yung ginawa namin, puro tawa lang.