Understanding Filipino Idioms

What does 'agaw-buhay' mean?

• life giver

• spirit guardian

• life snatcher or life taker

• soul protector

What is the meaning of 'anak-pawis'?

• It refers to the working class or laborers.

• It signifies the upper class or elites.

• It denotes the unemployed or idle individuals.

• It represents the government officials or leaders.

What does 'alilang-kanin' refer to?

• A person who cooks for others.

• A person who is overly dependent on others for food.

• A type of rice dish served with meat.

• A traditional Filipino dessert made of rice.

What does 'balitang-kutsero' imply?

• Public announcements.

• True news reports.

• Gossip or rumors.

• Official statements.

What does 'balik-harap' signify?

• An increase in social status.

• A change in personal beliefs.

• Return to a previous state or position.

• A journey to a distant place.

What does 'butot-balat' mean?

• A traditional dance in Filipino culture.

• A type of fruit in Filipino.

• A type of fish in Filipino.

• A popular dish in Filipino cuisine.

What does 'mahapdi ang bituka' express?

• It expresses stomach pain or discomfort.

• It signifies a sense of fatigue.

• It indicates a feeling of hunger.

• It refers to a headache or migraine.

What does 'butas ang bulsa' indicate?

• It indicates being very generous.

• It indicates being broke or having no money.

• It indicates being financially stable.

• It indicates having a lot of money.

What does 'matalas ang dila' mean?

• sharp-tongued

• soft-tongued

• sweet-tongued

• slow-tongued

What does 'mahaba ang buntot' refer to?

• It refers to someone who is overly talkative or exaggerates.

• It describes a person who is very shy.

• It refers to a person with a long memory.

• It means someone who is always late.