Filipino · Body & Health
bibig
Mouth
Beginnernoun
Definition
The part of the face used for eating and speaking.
Example
Ibuka mo ang bibig mo.
Open your mouth.
Etymology
'Bibig' originates from the Proto-Austronesian '*bibiʔ', referring to the mouth. It has been preserved in Tagalog, emphasizing its importance in communication.
How & Where It’s Used
'Bibig' is used in both informal and formal contexts, commonly found in health discussions, culinary references, and idiomatic expressions.