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!