Maystarch (en. May almirol)
/maɪˈstɑːrtʃ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A food or ingredient that contains starch.
Potatoes are considered a starchy food.
Ang mga patatas ay itinuturing na maystarch na pagkain.
Foods that provide additional energy due to their starch content.
Rice and bread are types of starchy foods.
Ang kanin at tinapay ay mga uri ng maystarch na pagkain.
Common Phrases and Expressions
high in starch
refers to foods that have a high content of starch.
may mataas na almirol
Related Words
starch
A polysaccharide used by plants for energy storage.
almirol
carbohydrate
Organic compounds that provide energy to the body.
karbohidrat
Slang Meanings
Something sour or tangy (like something fried with a sour flavor)
It seems like there’s a delicious sour dish here at the store!
Parang may masarap na maystarch na ulam dito sa tindahan!
Eating in a way that feels delicious (a dish that pairs well with rice)
Do you want some? It's hard to stop eating, just like that delicious dish!
Gusto mo? Ang hirap tigilan, parang maystarch lang!
Tasty, fine, has a great flavor (referring to food)
Your cooking is perfect! It really tastes great!
Ang luto mo, perfect! Talagang maystarch!