Tikwas (en. Sliced)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A piece cut from an object, often smooth.
He prepared slices of fruit for the gathering.
Naghanda siya ng tikwas ng prutas para sa salu-salo.
The pieces that are flat and cut.
Typically, meat is sliced into pieces before cooking.
Karaniwan, ang karne ay hinihiwa sa mga tikwas bago lutuin.
Term for slices of food, often made as snacks.
The children prefer the toasted slices.
Mas gusto ng mga bata ang tikwas na ginawang toasted.
Common Phrases and Expressions
slices of bread
hiwa ng tinapay.
tikwas ng tinapay
slices of fruit
hiwa ng prutas.
tikwas ng prutas
Related Words
slice
Refers to the division of an object through cutting.
hiwa
piece
A part or segment of a larger object.
piraso
Slang Meanings
To jump or leap in a playful manner.
He jumped playfully when he got what he wanted.
Tumalon siya nang tikwas sa saya pag nakuha ang kanyang gusto.
Expressing excitement or joy, often used humorously.
Sometimes, he seems so excited like a kid when there's free stuff.
Minsan, parang tikwas ang saya niya pag may libre.
A term for showing off or being flamboyant.
He was laughing at that flashy outfit he was wearing.
Tumatawa siya sa yanong tikwas na damit na suot niya.