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    Saba (en. Saba)

    /sɑːbɑː/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of banana commonly used in cooking.
    Saba is often used in various desserts.
    Ang saba ay madalas na ginagamit sa mga mga kakanin.
    A yellow banana with smooth skin and sweet flesh.
    The roasted pig is tastier when paired with fried saba.
    Mas masarap ang lechon na sinamahan ng pritong saba.
    A fruit that is readily available in markets in the Philippines.
    Saba is inexpensive in the markets during harvest season.
    Mura ang saba sa mga palengke tuwing panahon ng ani.

    Etymology

    Spanish word for the banana type, originally known as 'plátano'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    saba banana
    Common type of banana in the Philippines.
    saba na saging

    Related Words

    banana
    General term for bananas, including other varieties like saba.
    saging

    Slang Meanings

    a curvy or chunky woman
    I'm so happy in my life because I met this curvy girl at the party.
    Ang sobrang saya ng buhay ko kasi nakilala ko yung isang saba sa party.
    saba banana, a type of banana often used in desserts
    I'm going to make turon with saba, it's my favorite!
    Gagawa ako ng turon gamit ang saba, favorite ko 'yun!
    friend or close buddy
    Join me, buddy, let's go to the mall!
    Sama ka sa akin, saba, tara na sa mall!