Iihaw (en. Grill)

/i.i.haw/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Expresses the action of cooking food over fire or hot surface.
We will grill the fish later for dinner.
Iihaw natin ang isda mamaya para sa hapunan.
A cooking method where food is placed on a grill or over charcoal.
We haven't grilled in the backyard for a long time.
Matagal na tayong hindi nag-iihaw sa backyard.

Etymology

Originating from the root word 'ihaw' meaning to cook over fire.

Common Phrases and Expressions

We will grill
Expressing the intention to cook using fire or grill.
Mag-iihaw tayo
Just grill it
To perform grilling as a simple solution.
Iihaw mo na lang

Related Words

grill
The tool or method used for grilling.
grill
ihaw-ihaw
A dish cooked on the grill, often served with vinegar dip.
ihaw-ihaw

Slang Meanings

delicious food, usually grilled meat
People are so happy about the 'ihaw' in front of the house.
Sobrang saya ng mga tao sa 'ihaw' sa tapat ng bahay.
seasoned or cooked well
These grilled items are really flavorful, they're delicious!
Ang mga ihaw na ito ay talagang malasa, ang sarap!
inviting to eat
Come on, let's grill later!
Tara na, mag-iihaw tayo mamaya!