Diyip (en. Spoon)

/ˈdji.ip/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object used for eating or taking food from a container.
He used a spoon to eat the sinigang.
Gumamit siya ng diyip upang kumain ng sinigang.
An utensil with a rounded shape often made of metal, wood, or plastic.
The spoon is commonly used for snacks.
Ang diyip ay karaniwang ginagamit sa mga meryenda.

Etymology

Native Tagalog origin

Common Phrases and Expressions

Spoon and fork
Used together for eating; necessary for more complicated food stories.
Diyip at tinidor

Related Words

fork
An eating utensil similar to a spoon but with a slightly different shape.
kutsara
eat
The action of consuming food using a spoon.
kain

Slang Meanings

Tamaraw
The diyip was passing on the road, it ran so fast!
Yung diyip dumaan sa kalsada, ang bilis tumakbo!
Small vehicle
This diyip looks like a toy car, it's so small!
Ang diyip na 'to parang toy car, sobrang liit!
Off-road vehicle
This is perfect for off-road, because the diyip is tough!
Sakto 'to para sa off-road, kasi ang diyip matibay!