Pagdikdik (en. Mashing)
/padikˈdik/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of pressing or crushing something to extract its juice.
The mashing of garlic is necessary in making adobo.
Ang pagdikdik ng bawang ay kinakailangan sa paggawa ng adobo.
A method of food preparation involving the mixing of ingredients through crushing.
In our tradition, mashing of spices is done before cooking.
Sa ating tradisyon, ginagawa ang pagdikdik sa mga pampalasa bago lutuin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
mashing of ingredients
the process of crushing ingredients for better blended flavor.
pagdikdik ng mga sangkap
Related Words
crushing
A term that describes the pounding or grinding of ingredients.
dikdik
squeeze
The process of extracting juice from something.
piga
Slang Meanings
Of course, it means to mix things together.
Just mash all your stuff in your bag.
Pagdikdikin mo na lang lahat ng gamit sa bag mo.
To get things done quickly or without delay.
Just do it quickly, no beating around the bush.
Pagdikdik na lang yan, wala nang paliguy-ligoy.
To add some flair or spice to something.
Just add a bit of drama to the story, it will be more interesting!
Pagdikdik mo ng konting drama sa kwento, mas magiging interesting!