From root: singaw
Usage Note
Singawan is the physical hole or outlet through which steam or pressure is released, such as the vent on a pressure cooker.
Examples
" Barado ang singawan. "
Natural Translation
The vent is clogged.
Literal Translation
Clogged the vent.
" Kailangan ng maayos na singawan ang kusina. "
Natural Translation
The kitchen needs a proper vent.
Literal Translation
Needed of proper vent the kitchen.
" Kung barado ang singawan ng pressure cooker, maaaring pumutok ito habang nagluluto ka. "
Natural Translation
If the pressure cooker's vent is clogged, it could burst while you are cooking.
Literal Translation
If clogged the vent of pressure-cooker, possibly burst it while cooking you.
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