Itib (en. Black)

/ɪtɪb/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of color that is dark and lightless.
He loves to wear black clothes.
Mahilig siyang magsuot ng damit na itim.
Color of coal or anything that originates a darker color.
Black cats often have legends associated with them.
Ang mga itim na pusa ay madalas na may mga alamat.

Etymology

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Common Phrases and Expressions

Black night
A night that is very dark.
Itim na gabi
Black eye
Having bruises or injuries to the eye.
Itim ang mata

Related Words

to blacken
A verb meaning to change the color to black.
itiman

Slang Meanings

Super black or dark, often used for a person or thing that has a 'dark' aura.
His skin is so black, it's like he can't be seen in the dark!
Grabe ang itib niya, parang hindi na makikita sa dilim!
An argument or misunderstanding with an underlying motive of anger.
We just had a fight because we couldn't agree on the plan.
Kaka-itib lang namin ng kaibigan ko kasi hindi kami nagkasundo sa plano.