EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
Act of putting into the mouth; taking on a challen...
to use as a chopping board...
the whole world; the universe...
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FIL: Ang akto ng paglalagay ng isang bagay, karaniwan ay pagkain, sa loob ng bibig. Sa matalinhagang paraan, ito ay tumutukoy sa pagharap sa isang mahirap o mapanganib na sitwasyon.
EN: Act of putting into the mouth; taking on a challenge
Literally, it's taking a bite of that extra rice. Figuratively, it's accepting that rush project your boss offered you on a Friday afternoon. 'Sure, I can do it!' you say, while your inner self is screaming. It's taking a risk, whether it's trying a new, exotic street food or accepting a job you're not 100% qualified for.
Has both a literal meaning (eating) and a common figurative meaning (taking a risk/challenge). The context determines the meaning.
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🇵🇭 Isang pagsubo pa lang, alam na niyang masarap ang luto.
🇺🇸 Just one mouthful, and he already knew the dish was delicious.
🇵🇭 Ang pagsubo niya sa bagong posisyon ay isang malaking hamon.
🇺🇸 His taking on the new position is a big challenge.
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