Lubang (en. Hole)

/luˈbaŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A space or hole in an object.
There is a large hole in the floor that needs to be fixed.
May malaking lubang sa sahig na kinakailangan ng ayusin.
An entrance or exit often seen in walls or ground.
You can see this hole in the wall of the house.
Makikita mo ang lubang ito sa dingding ng bahay.
A natural space in nature that may result from erosion or other natural processes.
The holes on the shore are caused by the waves.
Ang mga lubang sa dalampasigan ay bunga ng mga alon.

Etymology

Ang salitang 'lubang' ay nagmula sa orihinal na Tagalog na terminolohiya na tumutukoy sa isang butas o puwang.

Common Phrases and Expressions

viewing hole
A situation where there is a severe limitation in perspective or viewpoint.
lubang pananaw

Related Words

dig
An action of creating a hole in the ground.
hukay
comb
A tool that can be used to clean the insides of holes.
suklay

Slang Meanings

hole or gap
What happened to your plate, it has a hole now!
Anong nangyari sa pinggan mo, may lubang na!
beauty or great feature (in the context of a person)
She's so beautiful, her beauty has a meaning.
Sobrang ganda niya, parang may kahulugan ang kanyang lubang.
a secret spot or hidden place
Do you know that place where you can buy delicious burgers?
Alam mo ba yung lubang na masarap pabilhan ng burger?