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    Galunggong (en. Mackerel scad)

    ga-lung-gong

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of fish commonly found in the waters of the Philippines.
    The galunggong is often used in dishes like sinigang.
    Ang galunggong ay madalas na ginagamit sa mga lutong ulam tulad ng sinigang.
    Often regarded as an inexpensive fish favored by Filipinos.
    At the market, you can see galunggong as one of the most affordable fish.
    Sa merkado, makikita mo ang galunggong bilang isa sa mga pinaka-abot-kayang isda.
    An important part of the local economy through fishing.
    Galunggong is one of the main fish caught along the country's coasts.
    Ang galunggong ay isa sa mga pangunahing isda na nahuhuli sa mga baybayin ng bansa.

    Etymology

    Originated from Tagalog, referring to a species of fish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Galunggong with soy sauce
    A favorite dish among Filipinos where galunggong is paired with soy sauce.
    Galunggong na may toyo

    Related Words

    fish
    Refers to aquatic animals living in water.
    isda
    fishing
    The activity of catching fish from water.
    pangingisda

    Slang Meanings

    A quirky person or someone who's a bit unusual.
    He's really like a galunggong when he tells jokes!
    Parang galunggong talaga siya kung makapagpatawa!
    A person who is directionless or often lost in life.
    Wow, he's really like a galunggong, not knowing what he wants to do in life.
    Grabe, parang galunggong na ito, hindi alam ang gustong gawin sa buhay.
    A term for a situation or thing that is chaotic or messy.
    Oh man, the basketball game earlier was such a mess!
    Naku, ang labanan sa basketball kanina, sobrang galunggong!