Kamayan (en. Eating with hands)

ka-ma-yan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A method of eating using the hands instead of utensils.

At a gathering, kamayan is usually a tradition.

Sa isang salu-salo, karaniwan na ang kamayan bilang tradisyon.

The style of eating where everyone uses their hands.

I tasted delicious food at the kamayan in their home.

Nakatikim ako ng masarap na pagkain sa kamayan sa kanilang tahanan.

Often involves special Filipino dishes laid out on a table.

During festivals, kamayan is often a sign of joy.

Sa mga pista, ang kamayan ay madalas na palatandaan ng kasiyahan.

From the word 'kamay' which means 'hand'.

eating with hands in a gathering

Eating with hands at a feast or meal.

kamayan sa kainan

family

Family often gathers on occasions like kamayan.

pamilya

feast

A feast often includes kamayan.

salu-salo

Eating without utensils, using only hands.

Let's join in, we're having a hand-feast at the gathering later!

Sama tayo, mag-kamayan tayo sa handaan mamaya!

Joyful assistance in an event or activity.

The hand-feasting at the fiesta was so fun, we all helped out!

Sobrang saya ng kamayan sa fiesta, lahat kami tulong-tulong!