Matamisan (en. Sweet)

ma-ta-mi-san

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Describes food or drink that has a sweet taste.
The mango is sweet when ripe.
Ang mangga ay matamisan kapag hinog na.
Describes an experience that brings pleasure.
This memory is sweet in my heart.
Ang alaalang ito ay matamisan sa aking puso.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'tamis' meaning 'sweet' with reduplication.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sweet memory
Pleasant memories that bring joy.
matamis na alaala

Related Words

sweetness
The quality of having a sweet taste.
tamis
fresh fruits
Fruits that are often sweet when ripe.
sariwang prutas

Slang Meanings

super delicious
The very sweet mango is super delicious!
Ang matamisan na mangga ay sobrang sarap!
too sweet
This sweet dessert is really too sweet!
Ang matamisan na dessert na 'to ay talagang anga-anga!
very pleased
I'm very pleased with the sweet rice cake!
Siyang-siya ako sa matamisan na kakanin!