Tapas (en. Appetizer)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A small dish or food typically served as an appetizer.
In bars in Spain, you often see various tapas.
Sa mga bar sa Espanya, madalas kang makakita ng iba't ibang tapas.
Foods that are prepared easily and served with drinks.
My family loves tapas at our gatherings.
Mahilig ang aking pamilya sa mga tapas sa aming mga salu-salo.
Can consist of petty snacks such as olives, cheese, or chicken.
Her favorite tapas includes cheese and olives.
Ang kanyang paboritong tapas ay yung may keso at olibo.
Etymology
Derived from the Spanish word 'tapa' meaning 'cover' or 'lid'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tapas bar
A place where people can order various tapas.
tapas bar
Related Words
pintxos
A type of small food commonly served in villages in the Basque Country, Spain.
pintxos
meze
A type of small dishes served in Middle Eastern countries.
meze
Slang Meanings
Just relax
Okay, let's just hang out later, it's chill.
Sige, tapas lang tayo mamaya, chill lang.
Really brave
Wow, she's so brave to go skydiving!
Grabe, sobrang tapas niya na nag-skydiving!
Seems like your companion doesn't want to chit-chat.
It seems your friend doesn't want to make small talk.
Parang ayaw mag-tapas nung kasama mo, eh.