Food in Tagalog

“Food” in Tagalog is “Pagkain” – the essential term for anything edible that nourishes the body. Whether you’re ordering at a restaurant, discussing meals, or talking about cuisine, this word is fundamental to daily conversations in the Philippines. Let’s explore the complete picture of how Filipinos express this universal concept.

[Words] = Food

[Definition]:

• Food /fuːd/
• Noun 1: Any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink to maintain life and growth.
• Noun 2: A particular type of solid nourishment as opposed to drink.
• Noun 3: Mental or spiritual nourishment; something that sustains or supplies.

[Synonyms] = Pagkain, Kain, Pagkaing, Sustansya, Kinakain

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Filipino food is known for its bold flavors and diverse influences from Spanish, Chinese, and American cuisines.
• Ex1_PH: Ang Filipino pagkain ay kilala sa matapang na lasa at magkakaibang impluwensya mula sa Espanyol, Tsino, at Amerikanong lutuin.
• Ex2_EN: We need to buy food for the party tonight, including rice, meat, and vegetables.
• Ex2_PH: Kailangan nating bumili ng pagkain para sa party ngayong gabi, kasama ang kanin, karne, at gulay.
• Ex3_EN: Street food vendors in Manila offer delicious and affordable snacks throughout the day.
• Ex3_PH: Ang mga nagtitinda ng street food sa Manila ay nag-aalok ng masarap at abot-kayang meryenda buong araw.
• Ex4_EN: My grandmother always prepares too much food whenever we visit her house.
• Ex4_PH: Ang aking lola ay laging naghahanda ng sobrang dami ng pagkain tuwing bumibisita kami sa kanyang bahay.
• Ex5_EN: Fast food restaurants have become increasingly popular among young Filipinos in urban areas.
• Ex5_PH: Ang mga fast food restaurant ay naging lalong popular sa mga kabataang Pilipino sa mga lunsod.