Mangutya (en. Mudfish)

/maŋˈutɪja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of fish that can live both in land or shallow water.

The mudfish is known for its ability to adapt to shallow waters.

Ang mangutya ay kilala sa kakayahan nitong umangkop sa mababang tubig.

A local name for a fish that is common in wet areas.

Many mudfish are caught in the wetlands during the rainy season.

Maraming mangutya ang nahuhuli sa mga latian sa tag-ulan.

Foreign term from 'Mohican' referring to a type of sea creature.

mudfish on land

A form of life that can adapt to land conditions.

mangutya sa lupa

fish

General term for aquatic creatures with gills.

isda

wetland

A place full of water, often in low-lying areas.

latian

Acting cute; flirting while hanging out at night as if trying too hard to be cute

Did you notice Andrea? She always acts cute when she's with Kyle.

Ayun, napansin mo ba si Andrea? Parang lagi siyang mangutya pag kasama si Kyle.

Showy; putting in excessive effort to appear beautiful or cool

Wow, Sam has so many looks! She's acting all cute to catch the boys' attention.

Hala, ang daming itsura ni Sam! Parang mangutya siya para makuha ang atensyon ng mga boys.