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    Makasuka (en. Vinegar-based)

    ma-ka-su-ka

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Capable of bringing the taste or smell of vinegar.
    The dish has a vinegar-like taste that adds a tangy flavor.
    Ang pagkain ay may makasukang lasa na nagbibigay ng tangy flavor.
    Related to ingredients that contain vinegar.
    This salad has a vinegar-based dressing that enhances the flavor.
    Ang salad na ito ay may makasukang dressing na tumutulong sa pagtaas ng lasa.

    Etymology

    It originated from the word 'suka' which refers to vinegar or acid, and the prefix 'ma-' that denotes capability or quality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    deliciously tangy
    A dish that is delicious but has a vinegar taste.
    masarap na makasuka

    Related Words

    vinegar
    A common ingredient in Filipino cuisine that adds sourness and flavor.
    suka

    Slang Meanings

    Thick-faced (insensitive or shameless)
    That makasuka person still keeps acting even though they are wrong.
    Ang makasukang tao na 'yan, kahit mali pa rin, tuloy pa rin sa pag-arte.
    Rude (inappropriate)
    Wow, that was so makasuka what he did at the party!
    Grabe, makasuka na naman siya sa ginawa niyang iyon sa party!
    No conscience
    He's really makasuka; he hurt someone and still doesn't care.
    Makasuka talaga siya, kahit sinaktan niya na, wala siyang pakialam.