From root: alak
Usage Note
Maalak describes a beverage with high alcohol content or a person smelling of liquor.
Examples
" Maalak ang amoy niya. "
Natural Translation
He smells of liquor.
Literal Translation
Of-liquor the smell his.
" Masyadong maalak ang inumin. "
Natural Translation
The drink is too alcoholic.
Literal Translation
Too alcoholic the drink.
" Bagaman maalak ang inihaing alak, mahusay itong itinapat sa mga putaheng may matapang na lasa. "
Natural Translation
Although the wine that was served was strong in alcohol, it was paired well with the boldly flavored dishes.
Literal Translation
Although alcoholic the served wine, well it paired to the dishes that-have strong flavor.
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