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    Tabo (en. Dipper)

    tábo

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A tool used for scooping water or other liquids.
    Use the dipper to get water from the well.
    Gamitin mo ang tabo para kumuha ng tubig mula sa balon.
    Typically made of plastic or metal, with a handle and a large surface.
    This dipper is made of sturdy plastic.
    Ang tabo na ito ay gawa sa matibay na plastik.
    It is also used in household tasks such as cleaning or caring for plants.
    The dipper can be used for watering plants.
    Maaaring gamitin ang tabo sa pagdidilig ng mga halaman.

    Etymology

    Originated from Tagalog culture.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Dipper of water
    Dependent on the dipper containing water.
    Tabo na tubig
    Use the dipper
    Say to use the dipper for a purpose.
    Gamitin ang tabo

    Related Words

    bucket
    A common container for water, larger than a dipper.
    balde
    soap
    A material used for cleaning, often used with the dipper.
    sabon

    Slang Meanings

    pitcher
    The pitcher is used to wash in households.
    Ang banga ay ginagamit para maghugas sa bahay-bahay.
    basin
    Sometimes, we use a basin for bathing, similar to a tabo.
    Minsan, ang batya ang ginagamit namin sa paliligo, katulad ng tabo.
    drum
    We have a drum at the back of the house for water, just like a tabo.
    May drum kami sa likod ng bahay para sa tubig, parang tabo lang.