Simsim (en. Sesame)

sim-sim

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of seed used in cooking and for medicinal purposes.
Sesame seeds are rich in oil and protein.
Ang mga buto ng simsim ay mayaman sa langis at protina.
Small seeds often used in pastries and crunchy foods.
I sprinkled sesame on top of the bread rolls before baking.
Nilagyan ko ng simsim ang ibabaw ng pandesal bago ito niluto.
A term that also refers to the culture of Southeast Asia.
Sesame is part of many traditional Asian dishes.
Ang simsim ay bahagi ng maraming tradisyonal na pagkaing Asyano.

Etymology

Derived from the root of the word 'simsim' that refers to the seeds of tilapia or sesame.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sesame of life
Important or source of abundance in life.
Simsim ng buhay

Related Words

fry
A type of fry from seeds often used in dishes.
samsam
tilapia
A type of fish that can be used in recipes with sesame.
tilapia

Slang Meanings

Crazy or overly happy
You're so simsimi because of your new phone!
Ang simsimi niyo dahil sa bago mong phone!
To have fun or gather
Let's simsimi at Juan's house later.
Mag-simsim tayo mamaya sa bahay ni Juan.
Silliness or mischievousness
Please don't make our story simsimi.
Huwag mo sanang gawing simsimi ang kwento natin.