Kabibe (en. Clam)
/kaˈbibe/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of mollusk with two shells that close.
We saw many clams on the beach.
Nakita namin ang maraming kabibe sa dalampasigan.
A delicious food commonly found in seafood eateries.
I want to order sinigang with clams.
Gusto kong mag-order ng sinigang na may kabibe.
A symbol of wealth and prosperity in some cultures.
In some stories, the clam is considered a symbol of luck.
Sa ilang mga kwento, ang kabibe ay itinuturing na simbolo ng swerte.
Etymology
Derived from the Spanish word 'cápsula'
Common Phrases and Expressions
clam in the rocks
A well-known specific type of clam found in rocky areas.
kabibe sa batuhan
Related Words
mollusk
A broad group of animals with soft bodies and no bones, including clams.
mollusk
Slang Meanings
very lively
Her energy is so kabibe that I feel like my happiness has no end!
Ang kabibe niya, kaya parang wala nang katapusan ang saya ko!
bringer of joy
Of course, we're serious about work, but the kabibe of our group brings all the fun.
Siyempre, siryoso kami sa trabaho, pero ang kabibe ng barkada namin ang nagdadala ng saya.
generous
The kabibe of this place, everyone helps each other out.
Ang kabibe ng lugar na 'to, lahat sila natutulungan.