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    Siilin (en. Chili)

    see-leen

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of spicy fruit commonly used in Filipino cooking.
    He used chili in his cooked adobo.
    Gumamit siya ng siilin sa kanyang nilutong adobo.
    A form of chili that is often referred to the spicier varieties.
    Chili adds extra flavor to dishes.
    Ang siilin ay nagbibigay ng dagdag na lasa sa mga putahe.
    A term often used for incoming food.
    They are planting chili in their garden.
    Nagtatanim sila ng siilin sa kanilang hardin.

    Etymology

    Tagalog word derived from the root word 'sili' which refers to a type of pepper.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chili and sour
    Combination of heat and sourness in dishes.
    sili at asim
    has chili
    Referring to food with chili.
    may siilin

    Related Words

    pepper
    Common term for all types of spicy fruits.
    sili
    long chili
    A type of long chili often used in Filipino dishes.
    siling haba

    Slang Meanings

    Insecure or lacking self-confidence.
    You're just insecure about what others are saying.
    Parang siilin ka lang sa mga sinasabi ng iba.
    Overly sensitive or emotional.
    Don't be so sensitive, it was just a joke.
    Huwag kang masyadong siilin, biro lang naman yun.