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    Liyempo (en. Pork belly)

    li-yem-po

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A part of the pig that is fatty and has skin.
    The pork belly is commonly used in making lechon.
    Ang liyempo ay karaniwang ginagamit sa paggawa ng lechon.
    It is usually marinated before cooking.
    There are many ways to prepare pork belly such as grilling or braising.
    Maraming paraan ng pag-prepare sa liyempo tulad ng pag-grill o pag-braise.
    A popular ingredient in various Filipino dishes.
    Pork belly is a favorite of many in home-cooked meals.
    Ang liyempo ay paborito ng marami sa mga lutong bahay.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish word 'lomo' meaning 'back'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pork belly sinigang
    Sinigang made with pork belly, a classic Filipino dish.
    liyempo na sinigang

    Related Words

    lechon
    A dish of a whole roasted pig, with crispy skin.
    lechon
    sinigang
    A sour soup that typically uses fresh vegetables and other ingredients.
    sinigang

    Slang Meanings

    Belly that's tight or big
    My belly feels like liempo after the feast!
    Parang liempo na yung tiyan ko matapos ang handaan!
    Full of fat or loves to eat
    Your liempo is so delicious, I’m going to eat it all!
    Ang sarap ng liempo mo, kakainin ko na lahat!
    Like soft food (metaphor for something easy or soft)
    You know, life’s like liempo, it should be relaxed!
    Alam mo, parang liempo lang ang buhay, dapat relaxed lang!