spaghetti
The Tagalog word for spaghetti is spaghetti.
The word refers to a type of pasta made in the shape of long thin strings.
Meaning: type of pasta made in the shape of long thin strings (noun)
Did you know?
- The use of banana ketchup in spaghetti began during World War II when tomato imports were scarce and locals created a substitute from mashed bananas.
- Spaghetti is an essential part of a Filipino birthday party, often served alongside pancit to symbolize long life for the celebrant.
- You may find spaghetti topped with slices of fried hot dog rather than meatballs. This combination is a classic Filipino comfort food pairing that is widely accepted in schools and homes.
Examples in context
- Alam mo ba na ang spaghetti ay tumutubo sa puno ng spaghetti?Did you know that spaghetti grows on spaghetti trees?This sentence is useful for seeing the word spaghetti used in a question.Tatoeba #8278042 by jenardcabilao, translation #4022684 by Hybrid
- Tara, samahan mo akong kumain ng espageti!Come on, join me for some spaghetti!
- Bro, punta tayo sa labas kain ng spag.Bro, let's go out and eat some spag.
- Masarap ang spaghetti na ito.This spaghetti is delicious.
Example conversation
Mark and Christina are deciding what to eat for lunch.
- MarkChristina, spaghetti ba ang kakainin natin?Christina, are we going to eat spaghetti?
- ChristinaOo, Mark, gusto ko ng spaghetti.Yes, Mark, I want spaghetti.
- MarkSige, bibili ako ng spaghetti.Alright, I will buy some spaghetti.
- ChristinaSalamat, Mark!Thank you, Mark!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
