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    Tambobong (en. Goblet)

    /tam-bo-bong/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of container used for drinking liquids, usually made of metal or glass.
    He drank from the silver goblet.
    Uminom siya sa tambobong na gawa sa pilak.
    Also refers to a famous vessel in rituals and occasions.
    The chalice was used in the wedding ceremony.
    Ginamit ang tambobong sa seremonya ng kasal.

    Etymology

    Language of Indigenous Filipinos

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    goblet of wine
    A container for alcoholic beverages.
    tambobong ng alak
    chalice of the gods
    A symbol of thanksgiving or offering to the gods.
    tambobong ng mga diyos

    Related Words

    glass
    A type of hard and clear material used in making goblets.
    salamin
    silver
    A precious metal often used in making decorative goblets.
    pilak

    Slang Meanings

    big deal or announcement
    It was such a tambobong when Dave said he would resign.
    Sobrang tambobong nung sinabi ni Dave na mag-resign siya.
    gluttony or overeating
    Wow, you're such a tambobong when it comes to food, you really need to diet!
    Naku, ang tambobong mo sa pagkain, kailangan mo na talagang mag-diet!
    fast pace or action
    Wow, your car's tambobong, I thought we were going to crash!
    Grabe, ang tambobong ng sasakyan mo, akala ko mabangga na tayo!