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    Lataan (en. Can)

    la-ta-an

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A container made of metal typically used to store food or drinks.
    The tuna is stored in a can to keep it fresh.
    Ang tuna ay nakalagay sa lataan upang mapanatiling sariwa.
    The process of putting a product in a can for storage.
    The factory has started canning fruits.
    Nagsimula na ang pabrika sa lataan ng mga prutas.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'lata' meaning can or metal container.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    can of sardines
    A quantity of food placed in a can, often used in commerce or behavior.
    lata ng sardinas

    Related Words

    covered
    Related to cans that are covered to maintain freshness.
    nakatakip
    can
    The primary material used to create a can.
    lata

    Slang Meanings

    Overloaded or full of stuff. Often refers to food or items that are on-the-go.
    My lunch box is lataan, it's full of food!
    Ang lataan ng lunch box ko, ang daming pagkain!
    An odd feeling or foolish situation. Usually a euphemism when a person seems confused.
    Why do you seem lataan again, what happened?
    Bakit parang lataan ka na naman, ano bang nangyari?