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    Tubong nilugaw (en. Born of rice porridge)

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    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person who originates from a prosperous place or area, especially if their upbringing is associated with simple living.
    He is a tubong nilugaw, raised in nature and hardworking people.
    Siya ay isang tubong nilugaw, lumaki sa kalikasan at masisipag na tao.
    A term referring to local products or food originating from a particular region.
    These are the tubong nilugaw dishes from our area.
    Ito ang mga pahulaan na tubong nilugaw sa aming lugar.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    town-born
    A person who grew up in a specific town or place.
    tubong bayan

    Related Words

    porridge
    A type of food made from rice and water boiled to become thick.
    nilugaw
    native
    A word used to refer to people from a specific place.
    taga

    Slang Meanings

    Used to being hungry.
    These kids are like tubongnilugaw, they're so eager for any food.
    Parang tubongnilugaw ang mga batang ito, sa kahit anong pagkain, sabik na sabik sila.
    Grew up in hardship.
    He became hardworking because he grew up tubongnilugaw, so he knows the value of money.
    Naging masipag siya dahil tubongnilugaw siya, kaya't alam niya ang halaga ng pera.