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    Tilandoy (en. Goby)

    /tilaˈndoɪ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of fish commonly found in coastal areas and rivers.
    The tilandoy is often kept by fishermen around the coastline.
    Ang tilandoy ay madalas na inaalagaan ng mga mangingisda sa paligid ng baybayin.
    Refers to small fish that behave like little boats in the water.
    Children often catch tilandoys while playing on the beach.
    Madalas na nag-aangkin ng mga tilandoy ang mga bata habang naglalaro sa dalampasigan.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'tilang' which refers to a type of fish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    goby in the stream
    Refers to tilandoy found in the waterway.
    tilandoy sa batis

    Related Words

    fish
    A general term for aquatic animals with fins.
    isda
    fisherman
    A person who fishes for livelihood or recreation.
    mangingisda

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to an activity that is full of fun or a party.
    We’re probably going to have a tilandoy at Mark's house later, it's so much fun there!
    Malamang na magtilandoy tayo sa bahay ni Mark mamaya, ang saya doon!
    Enjoying or bringing joy to friends.
    Our bonding later must be a tilandoy, it can't be boring!
    Dapat maging tilandoy ang ating bonding mamaya, hindi pwedeng boring!
    An invitation to have fun or hang out.
    Let’s go, let’s tilandoy at the mall!
    Tara na, magtilandoy tayo sa mall!