Tikim (en. Taste)

/tíkɪm/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of tasting food or drink to determine its flavor.
She gave everyone a taste of her new recipe.
Nagbigay siya ng tikim ng kanyang bagong resipe sa lahat.
A small portion or sample of food or drink.
He took a taste from the platter of desserts.
Kumuha siya ng tikim mula sa platter ng mga dessert.
verb
The act of tasting or trying the flavor.
Taste this soup; it’s delicious.
Tikman mo ang sopas na ito; napakasarap nito.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'tika' which means 'to try' or 'to taste'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

taste test
The process of tasting or deciding on the flavor of food or drink.
tikim ng lasa

Related Words

taste
The ability of a person to sense flavors.
panlasa
to taste
The act of trying the flavor of food or drink.
tikman

Slang Meanings

to try or have an experience with something
Try their new dish, it's delicious!
Tikim ka ng bago nilang luto, masarap!
quick trial or sampling
Come on, just a taste, I'm not sure if I like it yet!
Sige na, tikim lang, 'di pa ako sure kung gusto ko!