Pakayan (en. Meal)

pa-ka-yan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A prepared dish for eating.
Our family's meal during Christmas includes lechon and cheese ball.
Ang pakayan ng aming pamilya tuwing Pasko ay lechon at queso de bola.
Food prepared or served on a special occasion.
They prepared a delicious dish for Maria's birthday.
Naghanda sila ng masarap na pakayan para sa kaarawan ni Maria.
Type of food based on dining culture.
The meal in this region is rich in flavors from local ingredients.
Ang pakayan sa rehiyon na ito ay mayamang lasa mula sa mga lokal na sangkap.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Significant dish
Dish considered special or important.
Mahalagang pakayan

Related Words

kitchen
Place where food is prepared and cooked.
kusina
flavor
Taste experience of food based on ingredients.
lasa

Slang Meanings

A term for food or snacks that boost energy.
Wow, the snacks we had earlier were amazing!
Grabe, ang sarap ng pakayan natin kanina!
Gathering for food, especially during joyful occasions.
We had a feast at his birthday party, it was fun!
Nag-pakayan tayo sa birthday party niya, masaya!
A gathering or gathering for a feast.
Tomorrow, we're having a feast at their house.
Bukas, pakayan tayo sa bahay nila.