Bingwitin (en. Fishing)

/biŋˈwitin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A method of catching fish using nets.
In the ocean, many people go out in boats to fish.
Sa karagatan, maraming tao ang bumabangka upang mag-bingwitin.
An activity done in rivers or lakes.
Fishing is a favorite pastime for people in other parts of the country.
Ang bingwitin ay isang paboritong libangan ng mga tao sa ibang bahagi ng bansa.
The process of catching fish using various tools.
The right equipment is needed for effective fishing.
Kailangan ng tamang kagamitan para sa epektibong bingwitin.

Etymology

From Tagalog (a song) meaning 'to catch fish'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's catch some fish!
We are going to fish.
Huli tayo ng isda!

Related Words

catching
A term that refers to catching fish or other aquatic beings.
panghuhuli
fishing gear
Various tools used to catch fish.
pamingwit

Slang Meanings

To toughen up or to squeeze things tighter.
Sometimes, you also need to bingwit your problems in life.
Minsan, kailangan mo ring bingwitin ang mga problema mo sa buhay.
To draw out or express deep emotions.
His message was so bingwit, the emotions stood out.
Sobrang bingwitin ng mensahe niya, namutawi ang emosyon.
To save or not to spend too much.
In these situations, you need to bingwit your budget.
Sa mga ganitong sitwasyon, kailangan mong bingwitin ang budget mo.