pampasarap

Tagalog

Etymology

From pampa- +‎ sarap.

Pronunciation

• (Standard Tagalog) IPA^(key): /pampasaˈɾap/ [pɐm.pɐ.sɐˈɾap̚]
• Rhymes: -ap
• Syllabification: pam‧pa‧sa‧rap

Noun

pampasaráp (Baybayin spelling ᜉᜋ᜔ᜉᜐᜇᜉ᜔)

1. seasoning; spice; additive
2. something that gives flavor

   Synonym: pampalasa

   Madalas ginagamit ang asin bilang isang pampasarap sa garlic rice.

   Salt is often used as a seasoning for garlic rice.

3. something that gives pleasure or a better feeling

   pampasarap ng tulog ― something that helps sleep better