Tubig (en. Water)

/ˈtu.bɪg/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A clear and colorless liquid that is tasteless and odorless, and a source of life.
Water is essential for all organisms.
Ang tubig ay mahalaga sa lahat ng organismo.
A liquid used for washing, cooking, and drinking.
We need enough water for our activities.
Kailangan natin ng sapat na tubig para sa ating mga gawain.
A substance that forms rivers, seas, and other bodies of water.
The water in the river is cold and fresh.
Ang tubig sa ilog ay malamig at sariwa.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'agua'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

water of life
Water that gives life or a source of nourishment.
tubig ng buhay
ice water
Water that has frozen and turned into ice.
tubig na yelo

Related Words

beverage
Refers to any liquid that can be drank, including water.
inumin
pour
The action of flowing or watering with water.
buhos

Slang Meanings

drinking liquid
It's hot today, so I'm going to buy water at the store.
Mainit ngayon, kaya't bibili ako ng tubig sa tindahan.
basic necessity
We really need water to survive, that's just basic!
Kailangan talaga ng tubig para mabuhay, basic talaga yan!
fresh breeze of life
She's like water in my life, giving me a fresh start.
Parang tubig lang siya sa buhay ko, nagbibigay ng bagong simula.
feeling unbothered
I'm 'water' with people when I'm super annoyed.
Naka-water ako sa mga tao kapag sobrang badtrip.