Magrekado (en. Garnish)

ma-gre-ka-do

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Ingredients used as decoration or addition to food.
The garnish enhances the presentation of our dishes.
Ang magrekado ay nagbibigay ng mas magandang presentasyon sa ating mga ulam.
Decorations added to prepared dishes.
Garnishes are important for every delicious meal.
Mahalaga ang magrekado sa bawat masarap na pagkain.
Ingredients or garnishes that stay on top of the food.
The garnish on the salad often includes pieces of cheese and nuts.
Ang magrekado ng salad ay madalas na mga piraso ng keso at mani.

Etymology

From the word 'rekado' meaning 'ingredients' or 'condiments'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

garnishing is life-threatening
It's a serious effort to put the right garnishes.
buwis buhay ang magrekado

Related Words

ingredients
Ingredients used in cooking or food preparation.
rekado
sauce
Liquids or mixtures used to enhance the flavor of food.
sarsa

Slang Meanings

to grandstand or to be dramatic
He's making such a scene in front of everyone at the meeting.
Ang dami naman niyang magrekado sa harap ng mga tao sa meeting.
to play the hero or to martyr oneself
You don’t need to make a big deal for such a thing.
Hindi mo naman kailangan magrekado para sa ganitong bagay.
to show off or seek attention
What he wants is to show off for his friends.
Ang gusto niya ay magrekado para sa mga kaibigan niya.