From root: luya
Usage Note
Niluyahan is used to describe dishes, especially fish or chicken soups like tinola, that have been seasoned with ginger for a distinct aroma.
Examples
" Niluyahan ang tinola. "
Natural Translation
The tinola is spiced with ginger.
Literal Translation
Ginger-spiced the tinola.
" Ang sopas ay niluyahan ng luya. "
Natural Translation
The soup is spiced with ginger.
Literal Translation
The soup is ginger-spiced.
" Mas masarap ang sabaw kapag niluyahan nang husto, lalo na kung malamig ang panahon at sipon ka. "
Natural Translation
The broth tastes better when generously spiced with ginger, especially when it's cold and you have a cold.
Literal Translation
More delicious the broth when ginger-spiced thoroughly, especially if cold the weather and cold you.
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