sarap
sarâp with stress marks
delightful taste; comfort of life; delicious
Usage Note
Sarap is one of the most frequently heard words in Filipino daily life, expressing deliciousness or pleasure. 'Sarap!' alone functions as an exclamation of delight at food, experiences, or sensations. It extends beyond taste to any deeply satisfying feeling — 'sarap ng buhay' conveys the pleasure of a good life. It reflects the Filipino value of finding joy in simple pleasures.
Examples
" Ang sarap ng kape! "
Natural Translation
The coffee is so delicious!
Literal Translation
The delicious of coffee!
" Iba ang sarap ng pagkain. "
Natural Translation
The delicious taste of the food is different.
Literal Translation
Different the delicious-taste of food.
" Bukod sa sarap ng putahe, ang higit na nagpasaya sa amin ay ang init ng pagtanggap ng pamilya. "
Natural Translation
Apart from the deliciousness of the dish, what made us happier was the warmth of the family's welcome.
Literal Translation
Apart from deliciousness of dish, the more made-happy to-us the warmth of welcome of family.
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