Manlata (en. Canned food maker)

/mɑːnlɑːtɑː/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or company that makes or processes food canned in a tin.
The canned food maker provided high-quality canned foods for people.
Ang manlata ay nagbigay ng de-kalidad na pagkaing de-lata para sa mga tao.

Etymology

From the root word 'lata' meaning 'canned' or 'tin'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sardine canner
A person or company that produces canned sardines.
manlata ng sardinas

Related Words

tin
A metal container used to store food or beverages.
lata
canned food
Food packed in tins for longer shelf life.
pagkain de-lata

Slang Meanings

don't complain, don't worry too much
Just chill! Let's relax.
Manlata ka na! Chill lang tayo.
have fun and don't take things too seriously
At this party, just have fun, don't be emo.
Sa party na ito, manlata ka lang, huwag mag-emo.
be cool or casual
In front of your crush, just be cool, don't be too stiff.
Sa harap ng crush mo, manlata ka lang, wag masyadong stiff.