Platito (en. Saucer)

plá-ti-to

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A small dish used to hold a cup or other small items.
Place the cup on the saucer to prevent spilling the coffee.
Ilapag mo ang tasa sa platito upang hindi matapon ang kape.
A type of plate that is smaller than a regular plate.
Let's use a saucer for the desserts.
Gumamit tayo ng platito para sa mga panghimagas.
A dish typically used alongside other food items.
She placed a saucer of cheese on the dining table.
Naglagay siya ng platito ng keso sa hapag-kainan.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'plato', which means 'plate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Put a saucer
Displayed or prepared a saucer for eating.
Naglagay ng platito

Related Words

plate
A larger container used for food.
plato
cup
A container used for beverages, often with a handle.
tasa

Slang Meanings

small plate or serving dish
She ordered desserts and they placed them on a small plate.
Umorder siya ng mga dessert at naglagay sila sa platito.
food served to friends or family
We served snacks while watching a movie.
Nag-platito kami ng mga snacks habang nanonood ng pelikula.
supporting or favoring a person or group
Of course, I'm on his side in his fight.
Siyempre, platito ako sa kanya sa kaniyang laban.