From root: alat
Usage Note
Kaalatan refers to the intensity or level of saltiness in a dish. It is a common term used in cooking and food reviews.
Examples
" Sobra ang kaalatan ng ulam. "
Natural Translation
The dish is too salty.
Literal Translation
Excessive the saltiness of dish.
" Grabe ang kaalatan ng sopas. "
Natural Translation
The saltiness level of the soup is too much.
Literal Translation
Intense the saltiness-level of soup.
" Bawasan mo ang kaalatan ng sabaw sa pamamagitan ng paglalagay ng patatas habang nagluluto. "
Natural Translation
Reduce the saltiness of the broth by adding a potato while you cook.
Literal Translation
Reduce you the saltiness of broth through the putting of potato while cooking.
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