From root: sili
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
sinilian
si-ni-li-AN
added chili to
Present (Incomplete)
sinisilian
si-ni-si-li-AN
adding chili to
Future (Contemplated)
sisilian
si-si-li-AN
will add chili to
Usage Note
Silian is used when specifically adding chili to a dish to increase its spiciness, often referring to the act of seasoning food during cooking or preparation. It is commonly heard in culinary contexts or when customizing a meal's heat level.
Examples
" Silian mo ang sopas. "
Natural Translation
Add chili to the soup.
Literal Translation
Add-chili-to you the soup.
" Silian mo ang sawsawan. "
Natural Translation
Add chili to the dipping sauce.
Literal Translation
Add-chili you the dip.
" Kung gusto mong maanghang, silian mo ang sabaw bago mo ito ihain sa mga bisita. "
Natural Translation
If you want it spicy, add chili to the broth before you serve it to the guests.
Literal Translation
If want you-to spicy, add-chili-to you the broth before you it serve to the guests.
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