Mansanilya (en. Chamomile)

man-sa-nil-ya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of medicinal herb often used to make tea.
I drink chamomile before bed to feel calm.
Uminom ako ng mansanilya bago matulog upang maging kalmado.
A well-known plant with white flowers and small leaves, used for relaxation.
Many people believe in the benefits of chamomile for sleep.
Maraming tao ang naniniwala sa benepisyo ng mansanilya sa pagtulog.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'manzanilla' meaning 'little apple'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

chamomile tea
Tea made from chamomile that helps in calming.
tsaa ng mansanilya

Related Words

herbal
Plants used in medicine or as treatment.
herbal
relax
State of being untroubled or stress-free.
relaks

Slang Meanings

To refuse or avoid something.
He mansanilya the invitation to the party because he didn't want to join the fun.
Nag-mansanilya siya sa invitation sa party dahil ayaw niyang makipagsaya.
Avoiding responsibilities.
He's too lazy to study so he mansanilya his assignments.
Tinatamad na siyang mag-aral kaya nag-mansanilya siya sa kanyang mga assignment.
Lying or making up an excuse.
Sometimes he just mansanilya an excuse to not go.
Minsan nag-mansanilya lang siya ng dahilan para hindi pumunta.