Hanapin
to bite
01
kagat, dampi
to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth
Transitive: to bite sth
Intransitive: to bite | to bite int sth
Example
To catch its prey, the predator would often bite with precision.
The toddler cried loudly after accidentally biting his own finger.
The toddler tried to bite into the juicy apple but struggled with his small teeth.
02
manggigit, dumampi
to deliver a sting or wound, typically as a means of defense or predation
Transitive: to bite sb/sth
Intransitive
Example
In the wild, some spiders bite their prey to inject venom.
The snake can bite quickly when threatened.
The bee will bite only if it feels provoked.
03
kagat, saksak
to inflict a sharp pain or discomfort on someone or something
Transitive: to bite sth | to bite into the skin | to bite at the skin
Example
The cold wind seemed to bite my cheeks as I walked outside.
04
makagat, putulin
to cut or break the surface of something using a sharp object
Transitive: to bite sth
Example
The scissors bit the paper, cutting it neatly into two pieces.
The thief bit the lock with a sharp tool to break it open.
Bite
01
kagat, sugat
a wound or injury inflicted by the teeth of an animal
Example
The veterinarian treated the bite wound on the horse ’s neck.
She had a bite mark on her arm from a stray cat.
He went to the doctor to treat a bite from a venomous snake.
02
piraso, gupit
a small amount of food that is taken into the mouth at one time, often to chew or swallow
What is a "bite"?
A bite is a tiny portion of food intended to be eaten in one mouthful. It is a convenient way to enjoy a small taste of a larger dish or to satisfy a momentary craving. Bites are commonly used for sampling various flavors or textures, such as during a tasting event or when trying out new foods.
Example
He offered me a bite of his sandwich to taste the new flavor.
The child nibbled on a bite of the cookie, enjoying the treat.
She took a bite of the apple and savored its sweetness.
2.1
mabilis na pagkain, snack
a light, informal meal or snack, often eaten quickly
03
kagat, pagtaga
the act of grabbing or tearing into something using one's teeth and jaws
04
kagat, piraso
a portion removed from the whole
05
mabangong lasa, matinding lasa
the intense taste experience of food, particularly characterized by a sharp or strong flavor
Example
The gingerbread had a sweet-spicy bite, making it a flavorful holiday treat.
The aged cheese offered a complex bite, combining nuttiness with a sharp tang.
The chili had a fiery bite that lingered on the taste buds.
06
sakit, pang-ukol
a sharp, cutting, or caustic quality in speech, writing, or tone
07
kagat, tuka
(angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait
08
kagat, buso
a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin
Halimbawa
To catch its prey, the predator would often bite with precision.
The toddler cried loudly after accidentally biting his own finger.
The toddler tried to bite into the juicy apple but struggled with his small teeth.
He couldn't resist the temptation and decided to bite into the tempting chocolate bar.
The dog warned the intruder by growling before attempting to bite.
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