balut
balut is the Tagalog word for embryo food.
Meaning: embryo food (noun)
Which one should you use?
While balut is a fertilized embryo, the term itlog na maalat refers to a regular salted duck egg without an embryo.
When do people say it?
balut is a popular street food in the Philippines, often sold by vendors at night.
Did you know?
- Many Filipinos believe that eating balut acts as an aphrodisiac. It is often consumed during dates or late-night social gatherings for this reason.
- The word balut is actually a verb that means 'to wrap' or 'to envelope'.
- While balut is a Filipino staple, similar dishes exist across Southeast Asia, such as hột vịt lộn in Vietnam. However, the preparation methods and seasonings differ by country.
Examples in context
- Gusto mong kumain ng balut?Do you want to eat balut?
- Gusto kong kainin ang balut.I want to eat balut.
- Mabenta ang balut sa Pilipinas.Balut is popular in the Philippines.
- Sarap ng balut kapag may suka at asin.Balut is delicious with vinegar and salt.
- Nakakatakam ang lasa ng balut.The taste of balut is appetizing.
- Bumili ako ng balut sa kanto.I bought balut at the corner.
- Masarap kumain ng mainit na balut.It is delicious to eat warm balut.
- Gusto mo ba ng balut?Do you want some balut?
Example conversation
A street food vendor is passing by Maria and Jose at night.
- MariaJose, tingnan mo, may nagtitinda ng balut!Jose, look, someone is selling balut!
- JoseGusto ko ng balut, Maria.I want balut, Maria.
- MariaBibilhan kita ng dalawang piraso.I will buy you two pieces.
- JoseSalamat, napakasarap niyan.Thank you, that is very delicious.
