Pantubig (en. Water container)

pan-tu-big

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A container for water.
He brought a water container for the plants.
Nagdala siya ng pantubig para sa mga halaman.
Commonly used in homes or communities to store water.
The water container is essential during dry seasons.
Mahalaga ang pantubig sa panahon ng tagtuyot.
Can be made of various materials such as plastic or metal.
He chose a water container made of durable plastic.
Pumili siya ng pantubig na gawa sa matibay na plastik.

Etymology

From the word 'water' which means 'tubig'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to bring a water container
magdala ng lalagyan ng tubig
magdala ng pantubig

Related Words

water
The liquid that is essential for all living things.
tubig
store
The process of keeping things, such as water!
imbak

Slang Meanings

Drinking water; common term for water.
Can you buy some water from the store?
Pabili nga ng pantubig sa tindahan.
Water supply; this context is used in practical or communal needs.
This house doesn't have a water supply, so we're having a hard time.
Ang bahay na 'to wala pang pantubig, kaya hirap kami.