Kaimito (en. Star apple)

kai-mi-to

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of fruit with juicy and sweet flesh.
The star apple is often harvested in the summer.
Ang kaimito ay kadalasang inaani sa tag-init.
A tree found in tropical areas, providing charming shade.
The star apple trees provide a beautiful view around.
Ang mga kaimito na puno ay nagbibigay ng magandang tanawin sa paligid.

Etymology

Spanish word 'caimito' referring to the fruit.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Gathering star apples
Refers to the act of obtaining or preparing star apples for consumption.
Kumalap ng kaimito

Related Words

fruits
Foods that come from plants and trees.
prutas

Slang Meanings

A food that's hard to resist in the Philippines, a thirst quencher.
It's really hot, so I ate kaimito. It's delicious!
Sobrang init, kaya kumain ako ng kaimito. Ang sarap!
Like people or things that quench thirst in life.
They are the kaimito in my life, I'm always happy when I'm with them.
Sila yung mga kaimito sa buhay ko, lagi akong masaya kapag kasama sila.