masarap na pagkain
/masaˈɾap na paɡˈkaʔin/word by word
To say "enjoy your meal" in Tagalog, you can use masarap na pagkain.
The phrase is used to wish someone a pleasant dining experience.
How do you pronounce it?
/masaˈɾap na paɡˈkaʔin/
Did you know?
- In the Philippines, it is common to say kain tayo to strangers or passersby as a polite gesture of hospitality, even if there is not enough food to share.
- The word masarap is frequently used to describe things other than taste, such as a 'delicious' sleep or a 'delicious' feeling of relaxation.
- To express that food is truly delicious, Filipinos often repeat the word masarap as masarap na masarap to add intense emphasis.
Example conversation
Juan serves dinner to Maria at the table.
- JuanHanda na ang hapunan, Maria.Dinner is ready, Maria.
- MariaSalamat, Juan! Mukhang masarap ito.Thank you, Juan! This looks delicious.
- JuanMasarap na pagkain sa iyo!Enjoy your meal!
- MariaSalamat! Kakain na ako.Thanks! I will eat now.
