Language/Cebuano/Vocabulary/Food-and-Drinks
Introduction
Food is an essential part of any culture, and Cebuano cuisine is no exception. With its rich history and diverse influences, Cebuano cuisine offers a variety of flavors and ingredients that are sure to delight your taste buds. In this lesson, you will learn common nouns related to food and drinks in Cebuano, including rice, water, fish, fruits, vegetables, and meat. By the end of this lesson, you will have the vocabulary you need to talk about food and drinks in Cebuano.
Rice
Rice is a staple food in Cebuano cuisine, and it is commonly eaten with a variety of dishes.
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| kan-on | kah-non | rice |
Some popular rice dishes in Cebuano cuisine include:
- Sinangag - fried rice
- Puso - rice cooked in woven coconut leaves
- Arroz caldo - rice porridge
Water
Water is, of course, a basic necessity. And in Cebuano cuisine, water plays an equally important role in cooking and dining.
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| tubig | too-big | water |
It is customary to offer guests a glass of water as a sign of hospitality in Cebu. Drinking cold water with meals is considered bad for digestion, so Cebuanos often drink hot water or tea instead.
Fish
Being surrounded by water, it’s no surprise that fish is a common ingredient in Cebuano cuisine. From grilled to fried, the variety of ways to prepare fish is endless.
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| isda | ees-dah | fish |
Some popular fish dishes in Cebuano cuisine include:
- Kinilaw - a type of ceviche made with raw fish marinated in vinegar and spices
- Inun-unan - a sour and savory fish stew
- Paksiw - a fish cooked in vinegar and spices
Fruits
Cebuano cuisine offers plenty of tropical fruits, which are widely available in the region. From sweet to sour, the flavors of these fruits are unique and delicious.
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| prutas | proo-tas | fruit |
| mangga | mung-gah | mango |
| saging | sah-ging | banana |
| pinya | pin-ya | pineapple |
| dalandan | dah-lan-dan | citrus fruit |
| papaya | pah-pai-ya | papaya |
- Vegetables
Vegetables are an important part of the Cebuano diet, and they are used in a variety of dishes. Locally grown vegetables are often available in the markets, and they make their way into soups, stews, and stir-fries.
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| utanon | oo-ta-non | vegetable |
| kangkong | kung-kong | water spinach |
| kalabasa | kah-lah-bah-sah | squash |
| gulay | goo-lie | leafy vegetables |
| upo | oo-poh | bottle gourd |
| talong | tah-long | eggplant |
Some popular vegetable dishes in Cebuano cuisine include:
- Ginataang sitaw at kalabasa - a dish made with string beans and squash cooked in coconut milk
- Sinigang na baboy - a sour soup made with pork and vegetables
- Adobong kangkong - water spinach cooked with vinegar and soy sauce
Meat
Meat is another important ingredient in Cebuano cuisine. From pork to chicken, beef to goat, meat is a popular addition to many dishes in the region.
| Cebuano | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| karne | kar-neh | meat |
| baboy | bah-boy | pork |
| manok | mah-nok | chicken |
| baka | bah-kah | beef |
| kanding | kahn-ding | goat |
Some popular meat dishes in Cebuano cuisine include:
- Lechon - a whole roasted pig served during special occasions
- Adobo - a dish made with meat cooked in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and other spices
- Caldereta - a spicy stew with meat, potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers
Conclusion
In this lesson, you learned common nouns related to food and drinks in Cebuano, such as rice, water, fish, fruits, vegetables, and meat. With this newfound vocabulary, you can begin to explore the richness of Cebuano cuisine and impress your friends with your knowledge of the local cuisine. Keep practicing, and soon you will be speaking Cebuano like a pro.