Pinya (en. Pineapple)

ˈpin.ja

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of fruit that has a sweet and sour taste, with tough scales on the outside and soft flesh inside.
I want to eat pineapple for lunch.
Gusto kong kumain ng pinya sa tanghalian.
A fruit grown in tropical areas and known for its fragrant aroma.
Pineapple is commonly used in desserts.
Ang pinya ay karaniwang ginagamit sa mga dessert.
A source of nutrients and vitamins beneficial for health.
Pineapple is rich in vitamin C.
Ang pinya ay mayaman sa bitamina C.

Etymology

Derived from Spanish 'piña'

Common Phrases and Expressions

pineapple in a can
Pineapple packed in a can, often used in desserts.
pinya sa lata

Related Words

fruit
Common term for fruits or products of plants.
bunga
tropical
Refers to places with a warm climate where pineapple grows.
tropikal

Slang Meanings

A woman with a beautiful body
That pineapple is beautiful, she's sexy!
Ang ganda ng pinya na 'yan, ang sexy!
Someone or something that appears unexpectedly
I thought she wasn't here, but suddenly she just popped up like a pineapple!
Akala ko wala siya, pero biglang parang pinya na lang siyang sumulpot!