Fur in Tagalog

“Fur” in Tagalog is “balahibo” – the soft, thick hair covering animals like cats, dogs, and rabbits. Filipinos use this term to describe the fluffy coats of pets and wildlife. Discover more ways to talk about fur in Tagalog below!

Definition:

• Fur /fɜːr/
• Noun 1: The short, fine, soft hair covering the body of certain animals.
• Noun 2: The skin of an animal with fur on it, used for clothing or decoration.
• Noun 3: A garment made of fur or imitation fur.

Synonyms in Tagalog:

• Balahibo
• Buhok (ng hayop)
• Pelaje
• Balat na may balahibo
• Katad

Examples:

• EN: The cat’s fur is so soft and fluffy that everyone wants to pet it.
• PH: Ang balahibo ng pusa ay napakalambot at mabuhok na gusto ng lahat na haplusin ito.

• EN: She wore a luxurious fur coat to the winter party.
• PH: Nagsuot siya ng mamahaling balahibo na amerikana sa pagdiriwang sa taglamig.

• EN: The dog’s fur needs regular brushing to keep it healthy and shiny.
• PH: Ang balahibo ng aso ay nangangailangan ng regular na pagsuklay upang mapanatiling malusog at makintab.

• EN: Rabbit fur is incredibly soft and warm to touch.
• PH: Ang balahibo ng kuneho ay napakadaling at mainit sa paghawak.

• EN: The fox’s red fur helps it blend into the autumn forest.
• PH: Ang pulang balahibo ng soro ay tumutulong sa kanya na matakpan sa kagubatan ng taglagas.