From root: taba
Usage Note
Taba-taba is a repetitive form used to indicate that someone is somewhat fat or chubby in an endearing way. It can also be used as an adverb.
Examples
" Taba-taba ng bata. "
Natural Translation
The child is chubby.
Literal Translation
Chubby-chubby the child.
" Ang taba-taba ng pusa ko. "
Natural Translation
My cat is very chubby.
Literal Translation
The chubby-chubby of cat my.
" Taba-taba pa ng pisngi ng apo ko kaya gustong-gusto siyang kurutin ng lahat ng bisita. "
Natural Translation
My grandchild's cheeks are so chubby that all the visitors really want to pinch them.
Literal Translation
Chubby-chubby still the cheek of grandchild my so really-want him to-pinch by all of visitors.
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