Butter in Tagalog

Butter in Tagalog translates to “mantikilya” or “mantikila,” referring to the creamy dairy product made from milk fat. Butter is a staple ingredient in Filipino cooking and baking, used in dishes like pan de sal, ensaymada, and various kakanin (rice cakes).

Learning how to talk about butter in Tagalog is useful when shopping for ingredients, following recipes, or discussing Filipino cuisine. Let’s explore the different ways this essential kitchen ingredient is used in everyday conversation.

[Words] = Butter

[Definition]:

• Butter /ˈbʌtər/
• Noun 1: A pale yellow edible fatty substance made by churning cream, used as a spread or in cooking.
• Noun 2: A substance resembling butter in appearance or consistency.
• Verb: To spread butter on food.
• Verb: To flatter someone excessively (butter up).

[Synonyms] = Mantikilya, Mantikila, Mantequilla, Butter spread

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: Please spread some butter on my toast before serving it.
Ex1_PH: Pakipahid ng mantikilya sa aking toast bago iserve.

Ex2_EN: The recipe calls for two tablespoons of melted butter.
Ex2_PH: Ang recipe ay nangangailangan ng dalawang kutsara ng natunaw na mantikilya.

Ex3_EN: She loves butter cookies with her afternoon coffee.
Ex3_PH: Mahilig siya sa mantikilya cookies kasama ang kanyang kapehan sa hapon.

Ex4_EN: Peanut butter is a popular sandwich spread for kids.
Ex4_PH: Ang peanut butter ay sikat na spread sa sandwich para sa mga bata.

Ex5_EN: Add butter to the pan before cooking the garlic and onions.
Ex5_PH: Maglagay ng mantikilya sa kawali bago lutuin ang bawang at sibuyas.