Maglitson (en. Roast)

ma-glit-son

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that refers to roasting pork or other meats over a fire.
Roast a pig for the feast.
Maglitson ka ng baboy para sa handaan.
The process of cooking meat at high temperatures to achieve crispy skin.
For the best roast, make sure the coals are hot.
Para sa pinakamahusay na maglitson, siguraduhing mainit ang uling.
Commonly used dish for celebrations or occasions.
The roast is always part of weddings and feasts.
Ang maglitson ay palaging bahagi ng mga kasalan at piyesta.

Etymology

From the word 'litso', meaning face. 'Maglitson' refers to the way of cooking pork, especially roasting.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Roasting a pig
A specific way of cooking pork by roasting it whole.
Maglitson ng baboy

Related Words

face
The part of the pig that is typically used in roasting.
litso
grilled
The process of cooking food by placing it over fire or embers.
inihaw

Slang Meanings

To party hard or celebrate with joy
Let's party hard for his birthday!
Maglitson na tayong lahat para sa birthday niya!
To hang out or chill with friends
Come on, let's hang out later after class.
Tara, maglitson tayo mamaya pagkatapos ng klase.
To have a fun gathering filled with laughter
At their house, it's a gathering filled with laughter and fun.
Sa bahay nila, maglitson na puno ng tawanan at saya.