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    Bagoongin (en. Fish paste)

    /bɑːɡoʊˈɔːɡɪn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of condiment made from fermented fish or shrimp.
    The bagoongin mixed with unripe mango is delicious.
    Masarap ang bagoongin na hinahalo sa manggang hilaw.
    Commonly used as a seasoning in Filipino dishes.
    Children love using bagoongin with their lumpiang shanghai.
    Paborito ng mga bata ang bagoongin sa kanilang lumpiang shanghai.
    An important component of Filipino cuisine that adds umami flavor.
    Bagoongin adds a special flavor to adobo.
    Ang bagoongin ay nagbibigay ng espesyal na lasa sa adobo.

    Etymology

    Originated from the Tagalog word 'bagoong' which means fermented fish or shrimp.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    bagoong with mango
    Bagoong served with unripe mango, a popular combination in Filipino cuisine.
    bagoong sa mangga

    Related Words

    dipping sauce
    A type of sauce used for dipping various foods.
    sawsawan
    cooking
    Cooking food in the method chosen by the cook.
    luto

    Slang Meanings

    Prepare or add bagoong
    Just add bagoong to that sinigang, it's tastier!
    Bagoongin mo na lang 'yang sinigang, mas masarap!
    To make something more flavorful
    In every dish she made, she really adds bagoong.
    Sa bawat putaheng ginawa niya, talagang bagoongin niya.
    To make something more appetizing
    Your cooking should be made enticing with bagoong, so everyone is happy.
    Yung luto mo, dapat bagoongin para maging masaya ang lahat.