Pambayok (en. Scooper)

pam-ba-yok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of tool used for scooping or collecting food.
He used a scooper to take the rice from the pot.
Gumamit siya ng pambayok upang kunin ang kanin mula sa palayok.
The scooper is often made of wood or plastic.
Many of them use a wooden scooper.
Marami sa kanila ay gumagamit ng pambayok na gawa sa kahoy.
It is used in kitchen activities, especially in food preparation.
The scooper is important in kitchen tasks.
Mahalaga ang pambayok sa mga gawain sa kusina.

Etymology

Indigenous or Malay

Common Phrases and Expressions

Rice scooper
Tool for taking rice from a plate or container.
Pambayok ng kanin

Related Words

spoon
A utensil used for eating, usually described as having a hollowed-out bowl.
kutsara
tongs
A kitchen tool for handling hot food.
tongs

Slang Meanings

payment for debt
Just accept it, it's just for paying off a debt.
Tanggapin mo na lang, pambayok lang naman yan.
extra money or side income
I need extra money for next week.
Kailangan ko ng pambayok para sa susunod na linggo.
for expenses
The expenses are a bit heavy right now.
Medyo mabigat ang mga pambayok ngayon.