Karbohidrat (en. Carbohydrate)
/kar-bo-hi-drat/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of nutrient that provides energy to the body.
Our body needs carbohydrates for adequate energy.
Kailangan ng ating katawan ang mga karbohidrat para sa sapat na enerhiya.
Often found in starchy foods like rice and bread.
Rice is a major source of carbohydrate in many cultures.
Ang kanin ay isang pangunahing pinagkukunan ng karbohidrat sa maraming kultura.
Provides glucose that the body uses for activities.
Athletes eat carbohydrates before exercising to gain strength.
Ang mga atleta ay kumakain ng karbohidrat bago mag-ehersisyo upang lumakas.
Etymology
Originates from the foreign word 'carbohydrate' derived from the words 'carbon' and 'hydrate.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
High in carbohydrates
Foods that have a high carbohydrate content.
Mataas sa karbohidrat
Reduce carbohydrates
Balanced diet with fewer carbohydrates.
Bawasan ang karbohidrat
Related Words
glucose
A simple sugar used by the body as the main source of energy.
glucose
starch
A type of carbohydrate found in grains and tubers.
starch
Slang Meanings
Diet favorite, but delicious!
The rice is so good, even though it's carbohydrates!
Sobra ang sarap ng kanin, kahit karbohidrat yan!
Life's energizer!
No coffee? I need carbohydrates to wake up!
Walang kape? Kailangan ko ng karbohidrat para magising!
Enemy of abs!
When there's too much carbohydrates, goodbye abs!
Kapag sobrang karbohidrat, goodbye abs!