Usage Note
Tulya are small freshwater or brackish-water clams widely harvested in Philippine rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. They are a common inexpensive ingredient in soups and sautéed dishes, especially among working-class households. Tinulya is a popular preparation in the Visayas.
Examples
" Bumili kami ng tulya. "
Natural Translation
We bought Asian clams.
Literal Translation
Bought we of Asian-clam.
" Nagluto si nanay ng tulya. "
Natural Translation
Mother cooked Asian clam.
Literal Translation
Cooked mother of Asian clam.
" Mas matipid kumain ng tulya kaysa sa karne, lalo na kapag mahigpit ang badyet ng pamilya. "
Natural Translation
It is more economical to eat Asian clams than meat, especially when the family's budget is tight.
Literal Translation
More thrifty to-eat of Asian-clam than to meat, especially when tight the budget of family.
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