bukambibig
favorite expression or catchphrase
From root: bibig
Usage Note
Bukambibig is a phrase or topic that someone frequently mentions or that is currently popular in conversation. It literally translates to the opening of the mouth.
Examples
" Bukambibig niya ang salitang iyon. "
Natural Translation
That word is his catchphrase.
Literal Translation
Catchphrase his the word that.
" Naging bukambibig ang pangalan mo. "
Natural Translation
Your name became a catchphrase.
Literal Translation
Became favorite-expression the name your.
" Naging bukambibig ng buong bayan ang pangalan ng bagong kandidato matapos siyang manalo sa halalan. "
Natural Translation
The new candidate's name became the talk of the whole town after he won the election.
Literal Translation
Became catchphrase of whole town the name of new candidate after he-that win in election.
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