Umigib (en. To draw)

/uˈmiɡib/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of drawing water from a source.
He drew water from the well.
Umigib siya ng tubig mula sa poso.
The transfer of a liquid from one container to another.
She drew milk from the can into the glass.
Umigib siya ng gatas mula sa lata papunta sa baso.
The act of pulling or obtaining anything needed.
He drew inspiration from his experiences.
Umigib siya ng inspirasyon mula sa kanyang mga karanasan.

Etymology

From the root word 'igib' meaning to draw water from a source.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to draw water
drawing water from a source
umigib ng tubig

Related Words

draw
The type of action or skill in drawing water.
igib
container
An item that allows the placing of water from a source.
baka

Slang Meanings

to say goodbye
Say goodbye, I want your cellphone!
Umigib ka na, akin na yung cellphone mo!
to answer a call
Even if she was late, she just answered my call.
Kahit malate na, umigib lang siya sa tawag ko.
to avoid
He avoided the calls of his friends.
Umigib siya sa tawag ng mga kaibigan niya.