From root: sili
Usage Note
Pansili refers to items like containers or tools that are specifically intended for storing or processing chili peppers.
Examples
" Pansili ang maliit na mangkok. "
Natural Translation
The small bowl is used for chili.
Literal Translation
Used-for-chili the small bowl.
" Ang kutsilyong ito ay pansili. "
Natural Translation
This knife is used for chili.
Literal Translation
The knife this is used-for-chili.
" Ibinukod niya ang lahat ng kagamitang pansili upang hindi maghalo ang anghang sa ibang luto. "
Natural Translation
She set aside all the chili utensils so the spiciness would not mix into the other dishes.
Literal Translation
Set-aside she the all of utensil-for-chili in-order not mix the spiciness in other cooking.
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