Basi (en. Rice wine)

ba-si

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice.
Basi is a popular drink during celebrations.
Ang basi ay isang popular na inumin sa mga selebrasyon.
A traditional drink that is part of Ilocano culture.
At weddings, basi is often prepared for guests.
Sa mga kasalan, madalas na may basi na inihahanda para sa mga bisita.
A sweet wine with a high alcohol content typically served cold.
Some prefer cold basi over other types of wine.
Mas gusto ng ilan ang malamig na basi kaysa sa iba pang uri ng alak.

Etymology

Derived from the Ilocano word referring to rice wine.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to drink basi
the act of drinking basi, usually accompanied during celebrations
uminom ng basi

Related Words

rice
Involved in the making of basi.
rice
fermentation
The process of making basi to become wine.
fermentation

Slang Meanings

Favorite or favorite of the group
It's like a staple for us, we're always here.
Parang basi na 'to sa atin, lagi tayong nandito.
A unique difference or style
The vibe of your outfit is so distinct!
Ang basa ng outfit mo, ang basi!
Very simple or unadorned
I just want something basic, nothing fancy.
Basi lang ang gusto kong kainin, simple lang.