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    Tabi (en. Hide)

    /ˈtabi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A location or position at the side or corner.
    He sat by the river while watching the sun set.
    Umupo siya sa tabi ng ilog habang nagmamasid sa araw na lumulubog.
    A synonym for 'boundary' or 'edge'.
    Their property has a boundary alongside the road.
    May tabing-bahay ang kanilang lupain sa tabi ng kalsada.
    verb
    To stand or sit to the side.
    He moved aside from the noisy group to breathe quietly.
    Nagtabi siya mula sa maingay na grupo upang huminga ng tahimik.

    Etymology

    Originated from the Tagalog word 'tabi' meaning 'to crouch' or 'to hide'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Excuse me (or a respectful request to pass by)
    A phrase occasionally used as a respect or request, especially when passing through areas believed to be inhabited by spirits.
    tabi-tabi po

    Related Words

    place
    A specific area or space.
    lugar
    side
    A part or side of something.
    panig

    Slang Meanings

    Please forgive me or excuse me.
    Sorry, I didn't mean to trip you.
    Tabi, di ko sinasadya na madapa ka.
    Move over or step aside a bit.
    Move over, it’s tight here!
    Tabi ka nga, ang sikip dito!
    A sweet souvenir (from visitors).
    We got some sweet treats from Cebu!
    Naka-tabi kami ng mga mami at kutsinta mula sa Cebu!
    Joining a group or organization.
    Join the crew, let’s go to all the events!
    Sama sa tabi, tara na sa lahat ng kaganapan!