Bibingka (en. Rice cake)
bee-beeng-kah
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of dish made from rice that is usually cooked in banana leaves.
Bibingka is often served during Christmas.
Ang bibingka ay kadalasang inihahain tuwing Pasko.
A traditional food for celebrations and festivals.
They ordered bibingka for their barangay festival.
Nag-order sila ng bibingka para sa piyesta ng kanilang barangay.
Spicy or sweet versions of bibingka that may have toppings like egg or cheese.
I prefer bibingka with cheese on top.
Mas gusto ko ang bibingkang may keso sa ibabaw.
Etymology
From the word 'bibi' referring to the continuous heating of the dough.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Bibingka at Christmas
A traditional dish served during Christmas.
Bibingka sa Pasko
Related Words
kakanin
Types of food made from rice or other grains.
kakanin
Slang Meanings
A traditional delicacy served during gatherings, often sweet and made with coconut milk.
The bibingka is delicious, just the right sweetness and softness.
Masarap ang bibingka, tamang-tama ang tamis at lambot.
A playful term for food that kids enjoy, sometimes used to refer to children.
There are so many kids at this party, do you want to hide with them?
Ang dami nang bibingka sa party na ito, gusto mo bang magtago kasama sila?