Taib (en. Broad)
tah-eeb
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A word referring to the width or size of something.
The width of the river allows for free passage of boats.
Ang taib ng ilog ay nagbibigay-daan sa malayang paglalakbay ng mga bangka.
Referring to a horizontal space or distance.
The width of the sports field is sufficient for the athletes.
Ang taib ng larangan ng palakasan ay sapat para sa mga atleta.
verb
The act of increasing or expanding space.
Widening the plantation allowed for a larger harvest.
Ang pagtaib ng taniman ay nagbigay-daan sa mas malawak na ani.
Etymology
Derived from the Arabic word 'tab', meaning flat or spacious.
Common Phrases and Expressions
width of mind
Refers to broad understanding or knowledge.
taib ng isip
Related Words
size
Indicates the measurement or amount of something.
laki
width
Refers to the measurement from one side to its opposite.
lapad
Slang Meanings
That's enough, stop!
My classmate is annoying me by constantly greeting me, I don't want to talk.
Taib na ang kaklase ko sa kakabati sa akin, ayokong makipag-usap.
Stay strong, don't give up!
Despite everything, let's just stay strong and fight.
Sa kabila ng lahat, taib lang at lalaban tayo.