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    Asin (en. Salt)

    ˈä-sin

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A white mineral commonly used in cooking and flavoring food.
    He added salt to the soup to enhance the flavor.
    Naglagay siya ng asin sa sopas upang tumamis ang lasa.
    An element that is essential for life and used in bodily processes.
    Salt is essential for maintaining water balance in the body.
    Ang asin ay mahalaga sa pagsasaayos ng balanse ng tubig sa katawan.
    Composed of sodium and chloride and has a chemical formula of NaCl.
    Salt has a high sodium content, so moderation in its use is necessary.
    Ang asin ay may mataas na nilalaman ng sodium, kaya kinakailangan ang moderation sa paggamit nito.

    Etymology

    Tagalog word derived from the Spanish word 'sal' (salt) with a local understanding.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    salt and pepper
    Common phrase used for basic ingredients in cooking.
    asin at paminta

    Related Words

    sodium
    An element that is part of salt, essential for health.
    sodium

    Slang Meanings

    Currently or cool sour thing.
    That's enough of your sourness, that's fine!
    Tama na 'yang asin mo, ayos na 'yan!
    Name for your crush who likes sour.
    Wow, Jess is so sour when it comes to excitement!
    Grabe, si Jess, ang dami niyang asin sa kilig!