Mikrobyo (en. Microbe)

mi-kro-byo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of small organism often invisible to the naked eye.
Microbes can cause various diseases.
Ang mikrobyo ay maaaring maging sanhi ng iba't ibang sakit.
Microbes can include bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Some microbes assist in digestion.
Ang ilang mikrobyo ay nakakatulong sa pagtunaw ng pagkain.
Are said to be part of ecosystems and play an important role in natural processes.
Microbes are essential for providing nutrients to the soil.
Ang mga mikrobyo ay mahalaga sa pagbibigay ng nutrients sa lupa.

Etymology

derived from the Greek words 'mikros' (small) and 'bio' (life)

Common Phrases and Expressions

microbiological study
Study of microbes and their effects.
mikrobiyolohikal na pag-aaral

Related Words

bacteria
A type of microbe commonly found in various environments.
bakterya
virus
A type of microbe that is harmful and attacks cells.
virus

Slang Meanings

Microbe as a group of people or a crew that is very diverse but works together.
Our group is a microbe—different personalities but solid in support!
Yung barkada namin, mikrobyo kami—iba't ibang ugali pero solid sa suportahan!
Someone who loves small things or details.
He's so microbe when it comes to gadgets; he wants all the features!
Sobrang mikrobyo niya pagdating sa mga gadgets, gusto niya lahat ng features!