From root: tubig
Usage Note
Pantubig indicates that an object is specifically designed for water-related activities or utilities. Salaming pantubig means water goggles.
Examples
" Bumili ako ng salaming pantubig. "
Natural Translation
I bought water goggles.
Literal Translation
Bought I of goggles for-water.
" Ito ay sapatos na pantubig. "
Natural Translation
These are shoes for water use.
Literal Translation
This is shoes that for-water-use.
" Kapag pupunta kayo sa beach, huwag ninyong kalimutan ang mga damit at sapatos na pantubig. "
Natural Translation
When you go to the beach, don't forget the clothes and shoes that are for water use.
Literal Translation
When will-go you to beach, not you forget the clothes and shoes that for-water.
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