Piniritos (en. Fried snacks)

pi-ni-ri-tos

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of snack or food that is usually fried in oil.
Fried bananas are a favorite of children.
Ang piniritos na saging ay paborito ng mga bata.
Foods that consist of fried broth, meat, or vegetables.
There are various types of fried foods at the celebration.
May iba’t ibang uri ng piniritos sa kasiyahan.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'pirit' meaning 'fried' or 'cooked in oil'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fried bananas
Bananas that are fried and often served as a snack.
piniritos na saging
fried fish
A dish made by dipping fish in batter and frying until crispy.
piniritong isda

Related Words

fry
The process of cooking food under high heat using oil.
pirit
snack
Small food items or snacks eaten between main meals.
meryenda

Slang Meanings

Fried foods, often delicious and sweet.
I bought fried bananas at the corner, they're so tasty!
Bumili ako ng piniritos na saging sa kanto, sobrang sarap!
Can also refer to a person with a quirky personality or funny antics.
He's really into it, all his jokes are fried, they’re hilarious!
Siya talaga, puro piniritos ang mga jokes niya, nakakatuwa!
Jumping around; rhythm or leaping.
The team is complete, we will definitely jump in the game later!
Kumpleto na ang team, siguradong piniritos ang laban natin mamaya!