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    Bungi (en. Tooth decay)

    /ˈbuŋɪ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A condition of plaque or dirt accumulation on teeth that causes decay.
    Cavities are caused by improper dental care.
    Ang bungi ay sanhi ng hindi tamang pag-aalaga sa ngipin.
    The secondary characteristic of a tooth that has decayed or lost its appearance.
    Due to cavities, Juan's tooth looked damaged.
    Dahil sa bungi, ang ngipin ni Juan ay nagmukhang sira.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Has cavities
    Refers to having broken teeth or cavities.
    May bungi

    Related Words

    tooth
    The hard part of the jaw used for chewing.
    ngipin
    plaque
    The hard dirt that accumulates on teeth causing cavities.
    plaka

    Slang Meanings

    Toothless, usually used to describe someone who is missing teeth.
    His toothless grin is like that of a true child!
    Ang saya ng bungi niya, parang totoong bata!
    A term of endearment for someone who is charmingly imperfect.
    He's toothless, but he's super cute!
    Bungi siya, pero ang cute-cute niya!
    An affectionate way to tease someone for being clumsy or awkward.
    Dude, you're being clumsy again, haha!
    Pare, bungi ka na naman, haha!