Putubumbong (en. Bamboo tube rice cake)

/pu.tu.bum.bong/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A traditional dessert or delicacy in the Philippines usually prepared for special occasions.

Putubumbong is often served during Noche Buena.

Ang putubumbong ay madalas na inihahandog sa Noche Buena.

Made from glutinous rice that is sweetened and wrapped in bamboo tubes.

The children are happy while eating putubumbong from the tube.

Ang mga bata ay masaya habang kumakain ng putubumbong na nagmumula sa bumbong.

Derived from the word 'putu' meaning 'sweet rice cake' and 'bumbong' referring to 'tube'.

Putubumbong during Christmas

A tradition that putubumbong is prepared during Christmas.

Putubumbong sa Pasko

puto

Another type of delicacy made from glutinous rice.

puto

bumbong

The bamboo tube used to mold the putubumbong.

bumbong

Sweet delicacy made from rice and coconut milk, often mixed with other ingredients.

Let's eat putubumbong after the award ceremony at school.

Kumain tayo ng putubumbong after ng parangal sa school.

A favorite among children, often sold on the streets during festivals.

I hope we have putubumbong later at the festival!

Sana meron tayong putubumbong mamaya sa piyesta!

Sweets that bring joy and nostalgia to those who know it.

I remember the putubumbong during Christmas because that's what my family always eats!

Naaalala ko ang putubumbong tuwing Pasko kasi 'yan lagi ang kinakain ng pamilya namin!