Adobos

Pronunciation: /əˈdoʊboʊz/

Definitions of adobos

noun a Filipino dish of meat, fish, or vegetables marinated in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and spices and then pan-fried or grilled

Example Sentences

A1 I like to cook with adobos.

A2 Adobos are a popular seasoning in Filipino cuisine.

B1 The chef used a variety of adobos to marinate the meat.

B2 The adobos added a rich flavor to the dish.

C1 The secret to a good adobo is in the balance of flavors.

C2 The adobos were simmered slowly to enhance their taste.

Examples of adobos in a Sentence

formal The chef prepared a traditional Filipino dish using a blend of adobos.

informal My mom makes the best adobos in town.

slang Let's grab some adobos from that food truck, they're delicious!

figurative His personality is like a mix of different adobos, creating a unique flavor.

Grammatical Forms of adobos

• plural: adobos
• comparative: more adobo
• superlative: most adobo
• present tense: adobos
• future tense: will adobo
• perfect tense: have adoboed
• continuous tense: is adoboing
• singular: adobo
• positive degree: adobo
• infinitive: to adobo
• gerund: adoboing
• participle: adoboed

Origin and Evolution of adobos

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Spanish

Story behind the word: The word 'adobos' originates from Spanish cuisine and refers to a marinade or seasoning made with vinegar, garlic, and spices.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in Spanish cooking to flavor meats, the term 'adobos' has since been adopted in various Latin American cuisines and has evolved to encompass a wider range of marinades and seasonings.