Tsinita (en. Fried pork cracklings)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of fried food made from pig skin.
He ordered fried pork cracklings for his snack.
Nag-order siya ng tsinita para sa kanyang meryenda.
Refers to the crispy part of pig skin cooked in oil.
The fried pork cracklings are delicious when hot and crispy.
Masarap ang tsinita kapag mainit at malutong.
Commonly paired with rice or a dipping sauce.
He mixed vinegar with his fried pork cracklings.
Hinaluan niya ng suka ang kanyang tsinita.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Fried pork cracklings and rice
Food that often pairs fried pork cracklings with rice.
Tsinita at kanin
Related Words
chicharrón
A type of fried pork cracklings commonly made in other countries.
chicharrón
Slang Meanings
Favorite snack, often served with vinegar and soy sauce.
I was so happy to see the tsinita at the gathering, it’s so delicious!
Sobrang saya ko nang makita ko ang tsinita sa handaan, ang sarap kasi nito!
A person who loves good food, especially Filipino dishes.
Of course, she's like a tsinita, always hanging out at the dining area!
Siyempre, parang tsinita siya, laging tumatambay sa kainan!