Mamulubi (en. To cultivate pineapples)

/ma.mú.lu.bi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To act or work on the cultivation or development of crops.
He will cultivate pineapples on his land.
Siya ay mamulubi ng mga pinya sa kanyang lupa.
To dedicate time to planting pineapples.
He needs to cultivate properly to reap a good harvest.
Kailangan niyang mamulubi ng maayos upang umani ng mabuting ani.
An activity related to agriculture, especially with fruits.
Cultivating requires proper knowledge in caring for crops.
Ang mamulubi ay nangangailangan ng tamang kaalaman sa pag-aalaga ng pananim.

Etymology

From the word 'lubi' which refers to the pineapple, and the prefix 'ma-' which denotes possession or possibility.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to cultivate pineapples
The process of planting and caring for pineapples.
mamulubi ng pinya

Related Words

pineapple
A fruit commonly grown in tropical countries.
lubi
harvest
The produce of plants gathered from agricultural work.
ani

Slang Meanings

To beg for money or things from other people
You're acting like a beggar again, always asking for something!
Parang mamulubi ka na naman, lagi ka na lang humihingi!
Being mischievous due to lack
You shouldn't be a nuisance, just work instead!
Hindi ka na dapat mamulubi, magtrabaho ka na lang!
Looking for ways to get things for free
He's started begging his friends for his project.
Nagsimula na siyang mamulubi sa mga kaibigan niya para sa proyekto.