Anis (en. Anise)

/ˈanɪs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of spice with a sweet and spicy flavor.
Anise is commonly used in making desserts.
Ang anis ay karaniwang ginagamit sa paggawa ng mga dessert.
Due to its sweet flavor, anise is often used in herbal teas.
She brewed tea with anise.
Nagpakulo siya ng tsaa na may anis.
Anise seeds are also used in cooking.
He added anise seeds to his stew.
Dinagdag niya ang mga buto ng anis sa kanyang stew.

Etymology

Derived from the French word 'anis'

Common Phrases and Expressions

anise spice
a spice that brings a unique flavor to dishes.
pampalasa ng anis

Related Words

anise seeds
Seeds used as a spice in cooking.
buto ng anis
spice plants
Other plants used in cooking as spices.
mga halamang pampalasa

Slang Meanings

Round plant or a thrilling feeling.
Wow, I feel so anis about him!
Grabe, ang anis ng feeling ko sa kanya!
Becoming happy or excited about something.
I'm so anis about the concert later!
Anis na anis ako sa concert mamaya!