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    Labong (en. Bamboo shoot)

    la-bong

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The young part of bamboo that is just beginning to grow.
    The bamboo shoot is used as an ingredient in many Filipino dishes.
    Ang labong ay ginagawang ulam sa maraming lutuing Pilipino.
    The tender and soft part of newly sprouted common bamboo.
    Sometimes, bamboo shoots are used as an ingredient in crisp lunches.
    Minsan, ang labong ay ginagamit na sahog sa mga lutong pananghalian.

    Etymology

    derived from the foreign term 'bamboo shoot'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sour soup with bamboo shoots
    A type of soup that includes bamboo shoots as the main ingredient.
    sinigang na labong

    Related Words

    bamboo
    A type of strong plant known for its rapid growth.
    kawayan
    soup
    A type of liquid that is boiled with ingredients.
    sabaw

    Slang Meanings

    fight against all odds
    No matter what happens, just keep fighting!
    Kahit anong mangyari, labong lang!
    continuous effort or hard work
    With your persistence at work, you'll surely be able to save up.
    Sa labong mo sa trabaho, tiyak na makakapag-ipon ka.
    continuing despite difficulties
    Just keep going, we can do this!
    Labong lang, kaya natin 'to!