muffin
The English word 'muffin' is translated into Tagalog as muffin.
The term refers to a cupcake-shaped baked good, specifically an American-style muffin.
Meaning: cupcake-shaped baked good, American muffin (noun)
Did you know?
- In the Philippines, you will often find muffin style treats flavored with ube, a purple yam that gives the cake a vibrant violet color.
- If a muffin is particularly soft and fluffy, a Filipino might describe it as 'magaan' in texture, which literally translates to 'light' in weight.
- The spelling of muffin remains identical in most written Tagalog, unlike many other words that undergo spelling changes to fit the Philippine alphabet.
Examples in context
- Masarap ang muffin na ito.This muffin is delicious.
- Bumili ako ng muffin para sa iyo.I bought a muffin for you.
- Gusto mo ba ng blueberry muffin?Do you want a blueberry muffin?
Example conversation
Juan and Angela are having breakfast at home.
- JuanAngela, may dala akong muffin para sa iyo.Angela, I brought a muffin for you.
- AngelaSalamat, Juan! Mukhang masarap ito.Thanks, Juan! This looks delicious.
- JuanGusto mo pa ba ng isa?Do you want one more?
- AngelaHindi na, busog na ako.No more, I am full.
