Palabok (en. Rice noodle dish)
/pɑˈlɑbɔk/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of food made from rice noodles with sauce and garnishes.
I prepared palabok for our gathering.
Naghanda ako ng palabok para sa aming salu-salo.
Usually cooked in the Philippines as a special dish.
During festivals, there is always palabok on the dining table.
Sa mga piyesta ay palaging may palabok sa hapag-kainan.
Etymology
Originates from the Spanish word 'palaboc'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Palabok for everyone
An invitation to share food.
Palabok para sa lahat
Related Words
noodles
A general term for noodle dishes in the Philippines.
pansit
sauce
An ingredient that adds flavor and moisture to dishes like palabok.
sarsa
Slang Meanings
Meat and sauce that's delicious (Everyone's favorite)
I'm so happy, I found palabok at the party!
Sobrang saya ko, nakakita ako ng palabok sa handaan!
A saga or story of life (Filipino humor)
Wow, my life is like palabok, full of twists!
Grabe, parang palabok na 'yung buhay ko, punung-puno ng twist!