latundan
latúndan with stress marks
species of banana eaten raw
Usage Note
Latundan is one of the most popular eating bananas in the Philippines, recognized by its thin skin, sweet flesh, and slightly tangy finish. It is commonly sold in markets and eaten as a snack or dessert.
Examples
" Gusto ko ng latundan. "
Natural Translation
I want some latundan banana.
Literal Translation
Want I of latundan-banana.
" Matamis ang latundan. "
Natural Translation
The latundan banana is sweet.
Literal Translation
Sweet the latundan banana.
" Sa palengke, mas mura at mas matamis ang latundan kaysa sa ibang uri ng saging na ibinebenta roon. "
Natural Translation
At the market, the latundan is cheaper and sweeter than the other kinds of banana sold there.
Literal Translation
At-the market, more cheap and more sweet the latundan than the other kind of banana that being-sold there.
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