Maasim (en. Sour)

/maˈasim/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Indicates a sour taste.
The oranges are sour but delicious.
Ang mga dalandan ay maasim ngunit masarap.
Often used to describe foods with a sour taste.
The sour soup is a favorite of many.
Ang maasim na sabaw ay paborito ng marami.
Also used to describe an unpleasant feeling or situation.
His brother made a sour face upon hearing the news.
Nagkaroon ng maasim na mukha ang kanyang kapatid ng marinig ang balita.

Etymology

Filipino word derived from the root 'asim' meaning 'sour'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sour mango
a type of fruit that has a sour taste.
maasim na mangga
the weather is sour
a situation that feels unpleasant or negative.
maasim ang panahon

Related Words

sourness
The term 'sour' refers to the primary taste of sour things.
asim
sour
An English word equivalent to 'maasim'.
sour

Slang Meanings

sour or tangy taste
I don't like sour vinegar; I prefer it to be just salty enough.
Ayaw ko ng maasim na suka, mas gusto ko yung tamang alat lang.
to be moody or unpleasant
Why does your face look so sour? Did something bad happen?
Bakit ang maasim ng mukha mo? May nangyaring masama?
something bad or unfortunate
Wow, our situation right now is really sour!
Grabe, ang maasim ng sitwasyon natin ngayon!