Kabute (en. Mushroom)
ka-boo-te
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of living plant commonly surrounded by environments such as soil and wood.
The mushroom can grow in dark and cold places.
Ang kabute ay may kakayahang lumago sa madilim at malamig na mga lugar.
A food item often used in cooking, with various shapes and flavors.
Many people enjoy eating mushrooms in their dishes.
Maraming tao ang gustong kumain ng kabute sa kanilang mga putahe.
Mushrooms have many types, including poisonous and edible.
It is important to know which mushrooms are safe to eat.
Mahalagang malaman kung aling kabute ang ligtas kainin.
Etymology
Word derived from Spanish 'champignon'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
mushroom in the ground
An example of a mushroom that grows underground.
kabute sa lupa
rain mushroom
Type of mushroom that grows during the rainy season.
kabute ng ulan
Related Words
inside
Refers to the edible parts of the mushroom.
laman-loob
long roots
Refers to the root system of the mushroom that gives it life.
mahahabang ugat
Slang Meanings
Known as 'mushroom' but also used to refer to people who don't know how to socialize.
Like a mushroom, just there but useless in the group.
Parang kabute lang, nandiyan pero walang silbi sa grupo.
Refers to people who often flirt but have no serious intentions.
When the party happens, mushrooms show up; many partners but all just for fun.
Kapag naganap ang party, kabute ang dating; dami nilang asawa pero lahat 'to' pambola lang.