Gulaman (en. Gelatin)

gu-la-man

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of food made from a mixture of water, sugar, and gelatin or starch.
Gelatin is often served at parties.
Ang gulaman ay madalas na inihahain sa mga handaan.
A dessert that can have various flavors and colors.
I want raspberry-flavored gelatin.
Gusto ko ng gulaman na lasa ng prambuwesas.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'gelatina'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fruit gelatin
Gelatin mixed with fresh fruits or fruit cocktail.
gulaman sa prutas

Related Words

starch
An ingredient used in making gelatin.
almirol
dessert
A food eaten after the main meal.
dessert

Slang Meanings

Something that's easy to manipulate
Don't let him manipulate you easily, he can easily deceive you.
Huwag kang magpapa-gulaman sa kanya, madali ka lang niyang masisilaw.
A gelatinous dessert
Let's eat gulaman at home, it's delicious especially when it's cold!
Kain tayo ng gulaman sa bahay, ang sarap lalo na kung malamig!
A gel-like or slippery person
Why is your friend so full of pride, like a jelly?
Bakit ang taas ng pride ng tropa mo, parang gulaman!