Magharina (en. Flour)

/maɡaˈrina/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A fine powder made from crushed grains of wheat or other cereals.
Flour is used in making bread and pastries.
Ginagamit ang magharina sa paggawa ng tinapay at mga kakanin.
Commonly used as a main ingredient in cooking and baking.
We need flour before we start baking.
Kailangan natin ng magharina bago tayo magsimula sa pagbe-bake.
A primary ingredient in making pasta and pizza.
Flour is essential for making pasta.
Ang magharina ay mahalaga sa paggawa ng pasta.

Etymology

Originates from the word 'harina' meaning 'flour'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stardust
A phrase referring to stars or our dreams.
magharina ng mga bituin

Related Words

bread
A food made from flour and water, often baked in an oven.
tinapay
pasta
A type of food made from flour, commonly used in Italian dishes.
pasta

Slang Meanings

Money or wealth that can be easily obtained.
Gather more cash for your business!
Damihan mo ang magharina para sa negosyo mo!
A good opportunity or action.
You really need to take advantage of this opportunity.
Kailangan mo talagang samantalahin ang magharina na 'to.