From root: bigas
Usage Note
Magbibigas identifies a person who sells husked rice for a living. You will often find them in public markets managing various rice varieties.
Examples
" Bumili ako sa magbibigas. "
Natural Translation
I bought from the rice dealer.
Literal Translation
Bought I from rice-dealer.
" Ang magbibigas ay bukas araw-araw. "
Natural Translation
The rice dealer is open every day.
Literal Translation
The rice-dealer is open everyday.
" Tinanong ko ang magbibigas kung alin ang pinakamurang klase ng bigas na maganda pa rin ang lasa. "
Natural Translation
I asked the rice dealer which is the cheapest kind of rice that still tastes good.
Literal Translation
Asked I the rice-dealer which the cheapest kind of rice that good still the taste.
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