sotanghon
sotánghon with stress marks
transparent bean noodle; vermicelli
Usage Note
Sotanghon refers to thin, transparent glass noodles made from mung bean starch, a word of Chinese origin reflecting the deep influence of Chinese-Filipino cooking traditions. They are a staple in Filipino cuisine, appearing in dishes like sotanghon guisado and sotanghon soup.
Examples
" Bumili ako ng sotanghon. "
Natural Translation
I bought vermicelli.
Literal Translation
Bought I of vermicelli.
" Masarap ang sabaw ng sotanghon. "
Natural Translation
The soup of the vermicelli is delicious.
Literal Translation
Delicious the soup of vermicelli.
" Kapag may handaan sa bahay, hindi nawawala ang sotanghon na guisado sa hapag-kainan namin. "
Natural Translation
Whenever there's a feast at home, sautéed vermicelli is always present on our dining table.
Literal Translation
When there-is feast at house, not absent the vermicelli that sautéed on dining-table our.
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