Kawali (en. Wok)

ka-wa-li

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of cooking utensil, usually circular in shape and having a handle.

She used a pan to fry the fish.

Gumamit siya ng kawali sa pagprito ng isda.

A device or tool used to cook food under high heat.

The pan is essential in the process of creating Filipino dishes.

Ang kawali ay kinakailangan sa proseso ng paglikha ng mga lutuing Pilipino.

Originates from the Spanish word 'cazuela' and entered the Filipino language.

pan of life

Symbolizes the challenges and trials of life.

kawali ng buhay

spoon

An utensil used for eating or cooking with a spoon shape.

kutsara

specialty pan

A special pan designed for particular types of cooking.

kawali ng lutuan

a woman who doesn't know how to cook

You've been at home for so long, you look like a kawali here.

Ang tagal mo na sa bahay, mukhang kawali ka na lang dito.

cooking utensil

I was about to go home, but I thought of bringing the kawali here.

Galing sana ako sa bahay, pero naisip kong dalhin ang kawali dito.

noodles/noodles that taste bad

Your cooking tastes like it just came from a kawali.

Ang luto mo para bang nasa kawali lang galing.