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    Kumalbit (en. To nibble)

    ku-mal-bit

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action that means to bite or take a small piece.
    He nibbled on a small piece of bread.
    Kumalbit siya ng maliit na piraso ng tinapay.
    To make a light touch or tap on something.
    The mouse nibbled on the cheese in the pantry.
    Kumalbit ang daga sa keso sa lampara.
    An activity done gently and carefully in eating.
    Did you nibble on fruit with the family?
    Ikaw ba ay kumalbit ng prutas sa pamilya?

    Etymology

    from the root word 'kalbit' meaning 'to attack' or 'to shake off'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Nibble a bit
    To start a task or command slowly.
    Kumalbit ng kaunti

    Related Words

    kalbit
    From the root word referring to disruption or action of neglect.
    kalbit
    kaunting
    A small amount or part of something.
    kaunting

    Slang Meanings

    A friend who only reaches out when they need something.
    That person only reached out to me when they needed something.
    Ayun, kumalbit siya sa akin nang siya'y may kailangan.
    To respond or engage when called by someone.
    He responded to his family's call even though he wasn't that close to them.
    Kumalbit siya sa tawag ng pamilya niya kahit na hindi siya masyadong close sa kanila.
    To stick around or stay close especially during good and bad times.
    It’s said that a true 'kumalbit' is someone who is with you through thick and thin.
    Sinasabi na ang tunay na 'kumalbit' ay 'yung mga kasama mo sa saya at sa hirap.