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    Tambuko (en. Deep)

    /tʌmˈbuːkoʊ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A part of land or water that is deeper than the surrounding area.
    The depth of the river has become a pathway for fishermen.
    Ang tambuko ng ilog ay naging daan para sa mga mangingisda.
    The deepest part of anything with greater depth.
    The bottom of the pitcher is full of water.
    Ang tambuko ng pitsel ay puno ng tubig.

    Etymology

    from the word 'tambok' meaning having a large or round shape.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    deep sea
    The deepest part of the sea.
    tambuko ng dagat

    Related Words

    depth
    Refers to the size or depth of something.
    kalaliman

    Slang Meanings

    Short or small person.
    Juan is so tambuko, he looks like a kid in height.
    Sobrang tambuko ni Juan, parang bata sa taas.
    So fat or big.
    Wow, Aling Nena is so tambuko, she looks like a ball!
    Grabe, ang tambuko ni Aling Nena, parang bola!
    Having difficulty moving due to weight.
    Sometimes, I struggle to run because I'm tambuko now.
    Minsan nahihirapan na akong tumakbo kasi tambuko na ako.