Pagsasawsaw (en. Dipping)

/pɑɡsɑsɑwˈsɑw/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The action of dipping or immersing something in a liquid.
Dipping French fries in ketchup is a favorite of many.
Ang pagsasawsaw ng French fries sa ketchup ay paborito ng marami.
A method of eating where food is dipped in dips or sauces.
During gatherings, food is often dipped in sauces.
Sa salu-salo, madalas ang pagsasawsaw ng mga pagkain sa mga sawsawan.

Etymology

Refers to the action of dipping or immersing something in a liquid.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dipping food
The act of immersing food in a dip or liquid.
pagsasawsaw ng pagkain

Related Words

dip
A liquid or sauce often used with food.
sawsaw

Slang Meanings

chill mode, just hanging out
Come with us, we're just going to chill at home.
Sama ka sa amin, magpagsasawsaw lang tayo sa bahay.
testing the waters
After a long chat, he started to test the waters with questions about the relationship.
Pagkatapos ng mahabang kwentuhan, nagsimula na siyang magpagsasawsaw sa mga tanong tungkol sa relasyon.
doing something casually or informally
We were just hanging out on the street while waiting for the bus.
Nag-pagsasawsaw lang kami sa kalsada habang nag-aantay ng bus.