Manganino (en. Little eater)
maŋgɐnino
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A word that denotes a person or thing that loves to eat.
My child is a little eater who always asks for food.
Ang aking anak ay isang manganino na laging nag-aaplay ng pagkain.
Term for a child who enjoys eating.
The little eater always asks for snacks.
Ang manganino ay laging humihingi ng meryenda.
Etymology
From the word 'mangan' meaning 'to eat' and 'nino' as part of the noun.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Are you a little eater?
This is a question asking if a person loves to eat.
manganino ka ba?
Related Words
eat
A verb meaning 'to eat'.
kain
snack
A meal eaten between the main meals.
meryenda
Slang Meanings
To speak in a sweeter or lighter manner.
Dude, it seems like you're being all sweet on her again.
Dude, parang nagmanganino ka na naman sa kanya, eh.
To act sweet or to show off for someone.
He was being sweet on his crush, so they were having a great time together.
Nagmanganino siya sa crush niya, kaya sobrang saya ng pinagsasaluhan nila.