Kastanyas (en. Chestnut)

kas-ta-nyas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of fruit with a hard shell that contains edible food.

I love roasted chestnuts during the winter.

Mahilig ako sa roasted kastanyas tuwing tag-lamig.

Also known as the chestnut tree that produces this fruit.

The chestnut tree grows in cooler climates.

Ang kastanyas na puno ay tumutubo sa mga malamig na klima.

From Spanish 'castaña'

roasted chestnuts

Refers to the cooking process of chestnuts.

lutong kastanyas

mahogany

A type of wood from the chestnut tree.

mahogany

Because of its uniqueness compared to many other fruits, it's a 'special treatment' for kids.

Of course, I always like chestnuts; it's like they're special to me, that's why I always bring extra.

Siyempre, gusto ko lagi ang kastanyas, parang special siya sa akin kaya lagi akong nagdadala ng extra.

A favorite among Filipinos during Christmas, church events, and celebrations.

Oh, I love the warm chestnuts on the street; it really feels like Christmas!

Ay, gusto ko yung kastanyas na mainit sa daan, pampasko talaga!

Someone who is a social climber, trying to act cool but often isn't.

She's like a chestnut, you think she's classy, but she's actually struggling.

Parang kastanyas siya, akala mo sosyal pero mahirap pala.