Gabi (en. Night)
/ga-bi/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The part of the day that begins at sunset and ends at sunrise.
At night, the stars shine in the sky.
Sa gabi, ang mga bituin ay nagliliwanag sa langit.
A time for rest or sleep for people.
I need to sleep early to rest at night.
Kailangan kong matulog ng maaga upang makapagpahinga sa gabi.
A global environment where people usually engage in recreational activities.
Many people go out at night to have fun and celebrate.
Maraming tao ang lumalabas sa gabi upang magsaya at magdaos ng mga piyesta.
Etymology
Pangkaraniwang tawag sa oras pagkatapos ng hapon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Every night
Every night or each night.
Gabi-gabi
Good evening
A greeting that is used in the evening.
Magandang gabi
Related Words
twilight
The time before night when the sun is gradually disappearing.
takipsilim
dark
A characteristic of night when light is diminishing.
madilim
Slang Meanings
Bad time or situation
I wish I hadn't gone to that party, it happened late at night.
Sana hindi na ako nagparty doon, gabi na ang nangyari.
Time of awkward or uncomfortable situations
The vibes tonight are bad, it feels awkward and nobody wants to talk.
Ang sama ng vibes ng gabi na 'to, parang awkward na ayaw na makipag-usap.
Strange feeling like talking in the dark
Tonight feels different, like I have so many feelings swirling around.
Kakaiba 'yung gabi, parang sobrang daming feelings na naisip ko.