Belbet (en. Bulb)

bel-bet

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A root or part of a plant that has the ability to store nutrients and water.
Bulbs can be planted to grow flowers in the next season.
Ang mga belbet ay maaaring itanim upang lumago ang mga bulaklak sa susunod na panahon.
A part of a plant that is underground and often has a hard form.
We had food from the bulbs harvested from our garden.
Nagkaroon kami ng pagkain mula sa belbet na naani sa aming hardin.

Etymology

Derived from the foreign term 'bulb' referring to a root or part of a plant.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Do not forget the bulb
Reminder of the importance of the root part of the plant.
Huwag kalimutan ang belbet

Related Words

plant
Living organisms that hold tissue weight and structure organs.
halaman
stem
A type of plant found in various types of soil.
tubo

Slang Meanings

Cool or awesome
This new smartphone is so cool!
Ang belbet ng bagong smartphone na ito!
Stylish or fashionable
Wow, your shoes are so stylish!
Grabe, belbet yung suot mong sapatos!
Mysterious or intriguing
Your new song is really intriguing!
Yung bagong kanta niyo, belbet talaga!