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    Pagkaani (en. Eating)

    /paɡˈka.ani/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    Appreciation of food.
    Eating is important in Filipino culture.
    Mahalaga ang pagkaani sa kultura ng mga Pilipino.
    The act of eating.
    Family gatherings always happen during eating.
    Ang pagiipon ng pamilya ay laging nagaganap sa pagkaani.
    Time or season of eating.
    The time for eating has arrived in the town.
    Dumating na ang oras ng pagkaani sa bayan.

    Etymology

    Originates from the root word 'kani' meaning 'to eat'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Filipino food
    Food that comes from traditional Filipino cuisine.
    pagkaing Pinoy
    gathering
    A gathering that includes eating.
    pagsasalo-salo

    Related Words

    taste
    The ability or appreciation for food flavors.
    panlasa
    preparation
    The process of creating or preparing food.
    paghahanda

    Slang Meanings

    Eating something delicious
    We were so happy with the food, Grandma's cooking was so good!
    Sobrang saya kami sa pagkaani, ang sarap ng luto ni Lola!
    Sharing food
    Let's enjoy the food and share it together!
    Mag-enjoy tayo sa pagkaani at magsalo-salo!
    Tasting different kinds of food
    At the festival, it was fun trying all kinds of food!
    Sa fiesta, ang saya ng pagkaani, lahat ng klaseng pagkain nandoon!