dayap
dayáp with stress marks
Philippine lime
Usage Note
Dayap (Citrus aurantifolia) is a small, thin-skinned lime native to the Philippines, distinct from the more common calamansi. Its juice is prized for its sharp, fragrant sourness and is used in marinades, sauces, cocktails, and traditional remedies. It features prominently in Filipino culinary culture and is associated with freshness and zest.
Examples
" Pinigaan niya ng dayap ang isda. "
Natural Translation
She squeezed lime onto the fish.
Literal Translation
Squeezed-onto by-her of lime the fish.
" Pinalamanan ng dayap ang kuchinta para mas mabango. "
Natural Translation
Philippine lime was added to the kuchinta to make it more fragrant.
Literal Translation
Filled-with lime the kuchinta so more fragrant.
" Maraming Pilipino ang naniniwala na ang katas ng dayap na may pulot ay nakapagpapaginhawa ng masakit na lalamunan. "
Natural Translation
Many Filipinos believe that lime juice with honey relieves a sore throat.
Literal Translation
Many Filipino the believe that the juice of lime that with honey relieves of painful linker throat.
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