Pispis (en. Bird)

/ˈpis.pis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of animal that has feathers, wings, and usually can fly.
Birds often fly among the trees.
Ang mga pispis ay kadalasang nagliliparan sa mga puno.
A small bird with a sweet voice.
This bird has a beautiful song in the morning.
Ang pispis na ito ay mayroon magandang awit sa umaga.
Commonly refers to birds that are not very large.
Birds like sparrows are more often seen in farmlands.
Ang mga pispis tulad ng mga maya ay mas madalas makita sa mga kabukiran.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'pájaro', meaning bird.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Bird of love
A symbol of love or affection.
Pispis ng pag-ibig

Related Words

sparrow
A type of small bird known for its chirping and singing.
maya

Slang Meanings

Cat; sometimes used in jokes or as a nickname.
Your cat is so cute, like a kitten!
Ang cute ng pispis mo, parang kitten!
Don't be childish, you look like a kid!
Huwag kang pabebe, mukhang bata!
Huwag kang pispis, mukhang bata!
My sister, my girl, I'm so happy!
My sister, my girl, I'm so happy!
Si ate, ang pispis ko, ang saya saya!