Kubeta (en. Toilet)

ku-be-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A room or part of a house used as a toilet.
I went to the toilet to relax.
Pumunta ako sa kubeta upang magpahinga.
A fixture or appliance used for urination or defecation.
The toilet is connected to the plumbing system.
Ang kubeta ay nakakonekta sa sistema ng tubig.

Etymology

Tagalog, possibly derived from 'cubicle' which refers to a small space in a bathroom.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Go to the toilet
Head to the bathroom or restroom.
Pumunta sa kubeta
I need to use the toilet
I need to go to the bathroom.
Kailangan kong gumamit ng kubeta

Related Words

restroom
A place inside the house where one can sit and use the toilet.
palikuran
bathroom
A room that has a shower and toilet.
banyo

Slang Meanings

Toilet or bathroom, often used in a casual or humorous context.
Where are you? I'm in the bathroom, you know!
Saan ka? Nasa kubeta ako, eh!
A place to take a break, sometimes used ironically.
Come on, let's take a break, let’s just go to the bathroom.
Tara, break tayo, kubeta na lang tayo.
A euphemism for getting rid of excess weight or stress, often related to food.
I think I really need to use the bathroom, I'm so full.
Parang kailangan ko na talagang mag-kubeta, sobrang busog ko.