Filipino · Food & Drink
tubig
Water
Beginnernoun
Definition
The clear liquid essential for life.
Example
Isang basong tubig nga po.
A glass of water, please.
Etymology
'Tubig' is derived from the Proto-Austronesian *tubig, meaning water. The term is fundamental in various functions across Filipino life and culture.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tubig' is used in both formal and informal contexts, predominantly in spoken language but also in written forms, and is universally recognized in the Philippines.