wansoy
wansóy with stress marks
cilantro; coriander leaves
Usage Note
Wansoy is the Filipino term for fresh coriander leaves (cilantro), borrowed from Hokkien Chinese. It is a common herb used in Filipino-Chinese soups, especially arroz caldo and various noodle dishes. Its distinctive aroma makes it a polarizing ingredient — some love it, others avoid it — but it is a staple in many Filipino kitchens.
Examples
" Ayaw ko ng wansoy. "
Natural Translation
I don't like cilantro.
Literal Translation
Dislike I of cilantro.
" Lagyan mo ng wansoy ang lugaw para mas mabango. "
Natural Translation
Add cilantro to the porridge to make it more fragrant.
Literal Translation
Add-to it of cilantro the porridge for more fragrant.
" Bagama't maraming hindi mahilig sa amoy ng wansoy, idinadagdag pa rin ito sa arroz caldo upang lalong sumarap ang lasa. "
Natural Translation
Although many people don't like the smell of cilantro, it is still added to arroz caldo so that the flavor becomes even better.
Literal Translation
Although many not fond at smell of cilantro, added still it to arroz caldo so even become-delicious the flavor.
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