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pongag— A speech impairment characterized by a highly nasal and muffled tone, potentially due to anatomical or physiological factors affecting speech production.
boringet— feeling impatient, frustrated, or vexed; irritable and restless
lemay— refers to a supposed love potion or charm used to manipulate someone's emotions, making them fall deeply in love or become infatuated with the person administering it.
olog-olog— a traditional snack made of glutinous rice flour balls (formed by ili-ili) boiled in ginger-infused sweetened water or sweetened coconut milk; a favorite treat 😋
korokoro— white-eared brown dove; a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic in Buhi in as much as it is found across most of the Philippines except Palawan, Sulu and Batanes - Wikipedia
ragsip— Crispiness or crunchiness, often associated with food.
egab— yawn
kidoskidos
sotsot— The act or manner of sucking out contents in this way; the characteristic intake motion and sound associated with the action.
bogto’— To break or snap, referring to threads, strings, ropes, etc., often due to overstretching or violent force.
(ni-)— of; by; belonging to; genitive marker
gera’anbalo’— unconscious or knocked out
paa— belt
oni— a noun or verb describing the characteristic sounds made by birds, often high-pitched and melodic.
apit— to go for and then bring back (someone or something) for someone or to a destination; to fetch.
ga’nget
(a)— Creating grammatical cohesion (COH): Ensures syntactic flow, distinguishing from separate clauses, e.g., “A pikaen agin” (‘What’s being eaten’s a child’).
roka’— sleepiness; the feeling of being tired and wanting to sleep
tribonada— A core morpheme describing a sudden, intense storm or squall affecting both lake and land areas.
golay— cooked vegetable dish; vegetable as the primary or defining ingredient, typically prepared in coconut milk or similar native cooking methods.
mato-od— true. correct. accurate. genuine; in accordance with fact or reality.
liksyon— lesson
makawangan— to become not full; for the contents of a container to decrease.
sirong— he underside or lower-ground-level area of a traditional house, often used for storage, utilities, or animal shelter
tagilid— describes the condition of an object or person leaning or tilting to one side as a balance issue or resting on its side
tikyom— ckode; shut
omibi’— to cry
ba’gangan— purple nutsedge or nutgrass; a perennial sedge that reproduces through tubers, making it a persistent weed in many regions, inclouding the Philippines. It's used in traditional medicine for various purposes, including digestive issues and fever reduction.
lotok— a lump or swelling caused by trauma or injury, often on the head or cranium
nagpanik— climbed
rimegsowi’— topsy-turvy; upside-down and disordered; inverted from its proper arrangement; turned around the wrong way.
[pina-]— Completed / perfective aspect
talew— a person who lacks courage and is too afraid to face danger, difficulty, or pain; coward
loktos— To intentionally or unintentionally miss, skip, disregard, or not notice an item, object, numeral, animal, or person in a line, series, or bunch.
Sakanda adi.— This is theirs.
labto— To enter a body of water, often feet-first, or idiomatically, to meddle in sensitive personal issues, suggesting a nuanced understanding of boundaries.
songo’songo’
doron— In the Boie'nen language, "doron" refers to locusts, those swarming insects known for their distinctive sounds and behaviors. Interestingly, the word "doron" bears a striking resemblance to the Old English word "dronan," meaning "to hum" or "to make a low, steady sound," which is also the root of the modern English word "drone." This similarity highlights the fascinating connections between languages and cultures.
tesa’— to squish, crush, or apply pressure to something, often in a deliberate or forceful manner.
kerab— refers to the intensity. brilliance or vividness of a color or light; radiance, luminosity
agkokaya— skillful
a’net— feeling hot, or extremely warm and uncomfortable
rokrok— Figuratively applies to people feeling emotionally drained or defeated, implying a sense of vulnerability.
paligiden— To make an object roll, indicating a causative action.
marengdeng— To stare or look closely, often to investigate or focus attention on an object or person; inquisitively gaze.
mangingoko— To clip fingernails or toenails.
kilot— Scratch (oneself or others) for itch relief. (intentional, soothing)
tawatawa (Euphorbia hirta L.)— Euphorbia hirta L.; asthma-plant; hairy spurge. A common medicinal herb with hairy reddish stems, opposite leaves, tiny clustered flowers, and white milky latex. Grows in open fields, roadsides, gardens, and other disturbed places. Traditionally used to prepare a herbal decoction for cough, asthma, fever, diarrhea, and other common ailments. In the Philippines, it is also widely consumed as a supportive herbal remedy during dengue illness, although it is not a substitute for professional medical treatment.
rabrab— To make a slit or incision in a material or part of the body, often resulting in a gash, particularly using a tool.
taplak
lepa’— lepa’, decompose
karongkatong— describes the vividly-loud, repetitive rattling or clattering sound produced by loose or unsecured objects, such as: unsecured cargo (e.g., wooden boxes on a moving truck); improperly fastened materials (e.g., roofing planks)( mechanical parts or contraptions that are not stabilized.
bangbangan— refers to an open-flame cooking place (e.g., a hearth or fire pit) built on the ground or an elevated platform with insulation (often a layer of earth).
ginalpong— Pounded, crushed, or ground with a mortar and pestle.
ingoko— To clip fingernails or toenails.
Santaklara
polag— run, rush
irinirin— Gobius sternbergi is a junior synonym for the goby species Redigobius dispar, a fish found in Indo-West Pacific estuarine and freshwater environments. Originally described as Gobius sternbergi by Smith in 1902 in Lake Buhi, it was later recognized as a synonym for Redigobius dispar.
bolonbokon— fall bunched up and roll on the ground in a trashing manner; to haphazardly stuff garments and similar items in a container
rimeg— twisted; tangled; convoluted; entangled; out of proper order; irregularly arranged.
omal— an old bolo or large knife repurposed for weeding, digging or any other function not requiring a sharp edge.
saono— for what?; for what purpose?; concerning what?; about what?
rirong— secret, keeping a secret often in a subtle or harmless manner while avoiding outright deception.
birdi— green
saday— small
saya— A stunning, floor-length formal garment for women, characterized by elegant silhouettes, dramatic butterfly sleeves, and intricate embroidery featuring cultural symbols. Made from luxurious natural fabrics like piña or jusi, it's worn on special occasions such as weddings, cultural celebrations, formal events, and graduations, exuding sophistication and cultural heritage. ○ Possible American-English Equivalent: "Gown" or "Formal wear."
sokray— comb
oto’— Refers to the *act of cooking* or the *state/condition of being cooked*, describing the process or result of food preparation, distinct from the person cooking (paraoto') or cooking equipment (pioto'an).
palomaria— Horse Tamarind; White Leadtree
ti’xak— To split elongated rigid materials lengthwise, especially bamboo, into strips or slats. Usually accompanied by a sharp cracking sound as the material separates along its natural grain.
ibot-ibot— throb; pulsate; throbbing sensation
niriboken— To be about to make noise; be going to cause trouble; be on the verge of disturbing someone.
lipet— cold
e-tew— To cut off, sever, or amputate.
paseked— riddle (literally "something to be guessed")
sadaya kwarto— small room
e-ket
pereng— smoothly spinning; steadily rotating
ayakpita mantil— narrow tablecloth
getget— A cutting method using a cord, rope, wire, or similar material wrapped around an object, pulled tight from both ends, and moved in a back-and-forth motion to generate friction, ultimately cutting through the object.
patoga’en— cause or compel someone to confess; extract the truth
pominaligid— Describes someone who intentionally made something or someone roll, emphasizing agency.
baga-an
segpa’— short and stout
beyang— lax; unhurried
as-as— hair shave
(ta)— because; since; as; introducing a subordinate clause expressing reason, explanation, or cause.
lantop
gagalpongen— To be intended or about to be pounded; to mark an action as imminent or planned, with focus on the object that will undergo pounding. Encodes prospective aspect (“about to,” “intended to”). Often occurs with temporal or aspectual markers such as na ‘already’ to indicate immediacy.
biyo’— complete, everything
napasarawtan— To have made someone or something the scapegoat; to blame or hold responsible for something.
tobo— sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum).
bobo— Baseword meaning to water or provide water to plants or other objects/substances that require watering.
karos— To scrape, shave, or remove a substance adhering to or forming part of a surface by drawing a tool repeatedly across it.
ibi’— cry
rogo’— blood
bangeraan
oso-oso— The way a person conducts themselves, encompassing their behavior, demeanor, or mannerisms, reflecting their attitude, personality, or character.
KOKO²— To take; get; obtain; fetch; acquire; remove.
rara— venom
miobonon— To be left behind in a contemplated or prospective event; something or someone that will or is expected to be left.
takreg— abject fear in the company of threatening or domineering people or unsettling situation
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polpog— refers to the act of playing or cavorting on dusty ground, typically characterized by carefree and lively movement.
anyag— soft, gentle illumination or lighting not causing discomfort; the way light falls onto objects or surfaces, revealing their shape, texture, and other visual details
ronga’donga’— groggy and disoriented right after awakening; drowsy
beke’— not; applies to factual or categorical negation
emet— throw away to discard something unwanted
napaono— what exactly happened?; what transpired?; what came over someone? Often conveys stronger concern or requests a fuller explanation than naono.
todok— Naturally occurring barbs, spines, or thorns on vegetation, serving as a defense mechanism.
ospital— hospital
pagket— the act or state of objects being glued permanently or semipermanently together; adhesion or bonding.
palnit— A scar on the skin, which can be located anywhere on the body, including the scalp.
kotis— A physical gesture where one person flicks their finger against another person's head, typically by placing the middle finger on the head and the index finger (or "trigger finger") on top of it, then suddenly releasing the index finger to snap against the skull. This action was often used among children as a form of playful punishment or consequence, such as for losing a game.
nga’nga’— mentally prepared to tackle a difficult challenge requiring confidence or resolve; to boldly gather inner strength and bravery to face a challenging situation or overcome fear; summoning the determination to take risks and push past limitations.
aliw-iw— o see, look at, or check someone or something
lila / obi— violet
adto sa— there at
sigyapot— tripping on something that may not cause significant injury, but still disrupts balance; implies a loss of balance or footing, but the impact might be minimal; trip, stumble, or lose footing
abiyo
kaneba’— refers to the bygone years natural occurrence of fish kills in Lake Buhi, attributed to the disturbance of sulfur deposits at the lake's bottom. The sulfur, likely originating from the lake's volcanic origin, is stirred up and released into the water, leading to the death of fish. This phenomenon is likely linked to the unique geological characteristics of Lake Buhi.
bongaw— Implies a loss of consciousness, often due to physical trauma, injury, or overwhelming circumstances, resulting in a temporary or potentially severe disruption of awareness and responsiveness.
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/ro/— the Boienen IPA phonetic symbol’s name for Phoneme-X
tomora’yog— (AV, incompletive/future) to urinate; to squirt.
kisikisi— Describes someone with a radiant, energetic, and lively presence, exuding an infectious enthusiasm and dynamism. It captures the idea of a person being sparkling, vivacious, and full of life, often leaving a lasting impression on those around them.
da’iyalabet— Emphasizes a complete lack of care or concern.
takras— To shave or slice off a thin sliver from a soft or fibrous object.
balo’
kindi'/kinindi’— or else
paralis— cylindrical objects, such as logs, bamboo poles and the like, used to reduce friction thus allowing heavy objects to be pushed or slid into position or another location with less effort
tabla— plank; a long, flat, and relatively thin piece of sawn timber, typically rectangular in cross-section, used in various applications such as building, furniture-making, or other woodworking projects.
makita— to see
komoskomos— To intentionally crumple or wrinkle something, often with a sense of emotional release or expression
solong— To move an object with considerable force or effort, often requiring strength or struggle.
idya’— higda
pedped— leprosy
kokoykokoy— ant-lion, Insect of Family Myrmeleontidae; larva digs conical pit traps in sand
nianasan
asoyasoy— conveys a sense of aimless or wandering movement, often without a specific purpose or direction; moving without a specific destination or purpose or sense of urgency; lax at work; dawdling; roaming
liwatpang— notwithstanding
mari’genadonong
sarong— Sheathe or holster a weapon (e.g., bolo, knife) into its protective covering or holder, securing it safely for storage or non-use.
sirni— to separate or refine particles of a substance by passing it through a sieve to achieve a desired consistency.
sangribo— thousand
romerem— (of a light or illuminated object) not shining brightly
maati’— dirty
ka-irasan— one’s portion of share
bolaw— the color similar to gold; yellow
sinarem— dusk, twilight
anila— wild edible fruit harvested for use as a souring agent of Boie’nen dishes of old
pera’— disappear, vanish,
amay— early
lapot— cobweb
sanwits— sandwitch
sigbo— To extinguish an open fire by applying water. To douse a burning fire or conflagration with water, whether small or large.
osog— belief that a person with strong life energy can unintentionally make others sick, especially babies and those who are weak.
nakya’xan— Completed or realized recognition.
lablab— To drink by repeatedly extending and using the tongue to scoop, lift, or lap liquid into the mouth. Used especially of carabaos, dogs, and other animals that drink through repeated tongue movements.
eda’ + pronouns / locatives
abeng— A fixed bamboo-and-coconut-frond fish-attractor installed in shallow lakebeds, designed to create a shaded sanctuary that lures and concentrates fish (especially sinarapan) for efficient sarap dip-net harvesting.
bongi’— harelip, cleft lip and palate
bo’dos— A Boie'nen term referring to an anatomical characteristic of having an unusually prominent or protruding belly, often associated with being overweight or having a paunchy appearance in people or animals.
paralebeg— refers to members of a traditional communal fish-drive technique (practiced by Agta’ tribes) where a group of people, often naked, thrash and shout in the water to cloud it and panic fish towards the shallows for easy capture.
to-os— antonym of goto', describing materials that are strong, resilient, and resistant to breakage, implying durability and robustness.
ginames— Mixed or the resulting mixture, emphasizing intentional action((games + -in- [Intentional or deliberate action infix])
Ki Pedro adi.— This is Pedro’s.
kinkinaono— some other time
obo’— naked from the waist down or fully naked
kabang— mismatched; not alike in color, hue, or size, especially of a natural or expected pair such as the eyes, arms, or similar corresponding parts.
pesa’— The act or condition of being broken, shattered, or fractured, often referring to brittle materials like glass, clay, ceramics, eggs, or coconuts.
teyaw— To warn, caution, or admonish someone through an emphatic or often an urgent expression, often to convey a message, prevent harm, or correct behavior; comment or react to a state or condition, or an idea or abstract concepts.
obos— used up, consumed
abagat— Describes the seasonal wind pattern that brings heavy rainfall and strong winds, typically occurring from May to October; it is often used to describe the rainy and stormy weather associated with this monsoon season.
raknit— To rip, rend, or tear violently, producing severe damage or ragged edges.
pilwak— A large detached mass broken off from a surface, especially:a. A substantial missing chip from the rim or body of an earthen vessel (e.g., jar), where the object remains functionally usable.b. A mass of earth, soil, or rock that has broken away due to collapse, erosion, or landslide.→ Emphasis is on both the detached mass and the visible void or scar left behind. The event or process of such breaking away: a collapse, landslip, or bank/slope failure. Core semantics:[+large mass] [+detachment] [+resulting void/scar]
lood— To kneel, typically with one or both knees in contact with the ground, shins flat or angled, and the buttocks resting on or near the heels (or suspended slightly above in active kneeling).
tapwak— A substantial amount of water flung out from an open container or vessel, or resulting from waves hitting a solid obstacle.
tiko’— bend; crook; not straight
amongsayod— Having a visual or surface-level resemblance, looking similar or identical.
ko-ol— edible freshwater snail; kuhol
sapran
banaba
ke’
Payong ta adi.— This is our (including you) umbrella.
litwang— refers to the intentional act of overturning or tilting objects, such as containers or vessels, to empty their contents or cause a deliberate mess.
mitobodon— impending leak or droplets coming
gabling— the act of suddenly and forcefully pulling or yanking a person, object, or part of something, often with a swift and jerky motion, typically using one hand. This action can be characterized by a brief, sharp motion, and may be used to grab, retrieve, or manipulate something.
kalongkalong— connected or joined objects together in a linear or chain-like fashion that are not fused together
ili-ili— to roll into balls between the palms of the hand; the process of forming spherical objects by rolling malleable ingredients, like rice-flour dough, into small marble-like balls
Yamada 2/29— Yamada, Yukihiro. A Buhi Bikol Vocabulary; Bulletin of the Faculty of Education, Kochi University, No. 24, Series I. Kochi: Faculty of Education, Kochi University (1972)
binolalangaw— [Old Boie’nen] A mutant coconut whose endosperm develops as a thick, gelatinous mass with little to no coconut water, equivalent to Tagalog makapuno.
patorotora’yogan— to continually try to outdo, surpass, outrank, or outshine one another; to engage in escalating rivalry or status competition.
ampas— cliff
koko’nan— To take from; obtain from; remove from; extract from.
eda’— none; absence of; nothing
sokdol— refers to the act of accidentally hitting or bumping the top of one's head against a low-lying overhead object, often when standing up or moving, resulting in potential discomfort or injury.
kawangna— no longer full; not full anymore.
sogal— gamble
kolompiyo— rocking chair

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