Mayonesa (en. Mayonnaise)
ma-yo-ne-sa
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of sauce made from emulsified oil and eggs.
She made a sandwich with mayonnaise.
Gumawa siya ng sandwich na may mayonesa.
Sauce used as a dressing or spread on foods.
Mayonnaise is a popular condiment on salads.
Ang mayonesa ay popular na pampalasa sa mga salad.
Sweetener or enhancer commonly used as an ingredient in meals.
He added mayonnaise to his burger.
Naglagay siya ng mayonesa sa kanyang burger.
Etymology
Spanish: 'mayonnaise'
Common Phrases and Expressions
homemade mayonnaise
Mayonnaise made at home that is fresher and without preservatives.
mayonesa na gawa sa bahay
Related Words
sauce
A type of sauce commonly used in Latino dishes.
salsa
fish sauce
Sauce made from fermented fish, often used in Filipino cuisine.
patis
Slang Meanings
A fashionable girl or friend who loves beauty products.
Jane is such a mayonesa; she's always taking care of her skin.
Sobrang mayonesa ni Jane, lagi siyang nag-aalaga ng balat niya.
Referring to someone who is too refined or picky with food.
Why is Mark such a mayonesa? He won't eat anything that's not delicious.
Bakit parang mayonesa si Mark? Ayaw niyang kumain ng kahit anong hindi masarap.
A person who loves cleanliness or often looks neat.
Of course, Anna is such a mayonesa; she always looks well put together!
Siyempre, mayonesa si Anna; lagi iyang maayos tingnan!