Magtadtad (en. To chop)

/magtatˈdad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To create small pieces from a larger item by cutting.
Chop some onions for the dip.
Magtadtad ka ng mga sibuyas para sa sawsawan.
To create small parts from something carried out by repeated action.
Chop the meat before cooking.
Magtadtad ng karne bago lutuin.
A method of preparing food by cutting that results in more even cooking.
Chop the vegetables for quick cooking.
Magtadtad ng mga gulay upang mabilis silang maluto.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to chop garlic
To finely cut garlic for cooking.
magtadtad ng bawang
to chop vegetables
To cut vegetables into small pieces.
magtadtad ng gulay

Related Words

tadtad
A term that can be used to describe pieces that have been cut into small parts.
tadtad
tagalog
Language and culture of Filipinos rich in culinary practices.
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Slang Meanings

To act picky or fussy but not seriously, like being dramatic about things.
He's so picky, even in a simple conversation, he acts all fancy.
Sobrang magtadtad siya, kahit simpleng usapan, pa-sosyal pa.
To be overly creative or exaggerated.
Putting too many details in the report is just playing around!
Ang magtadtad ng mga detalye sa report, parang naglalaro lang!