From root: kusina
Usage Note
Kusinahan refers to the specific physical space or section designated for cooking. It is often used when distinguishing the kitchen from other rooms.
Examples
" Malinis ang kusinahan namin. "
Natural Translation
Our kitchen is clean.
Literal Translation
Clean the kitchen-area our.
" Naglilinis siya ng kusinahan. "
Natural Translation
She is cleaning the kitchen area.
Literal Translation
Cleaning she of kitchen-area.
" Sa lumang bahay, maliit lang ang kusinahan pero sapat na para sa aming maliit na pamilya. "
Natural Translation
In the old house, the kitchen is just small but it's enough for our small family.
Literal Translation
In old house, small just the kitchen-area but enough already for our small family.
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