Filipino · Food & Drink
mangga
Mango
Beginnernoun
Definition
A sweet tropical fruit; Philippine mangoes are world-famous.
Example
Pinakamatamis ang manggang Pilipino.
Philippine mangoes are the sweetest.
Etymology
'Mangga' is a native Tagalog word that refers specifically to mango fruit, which is significant in Philippine culture and agricultural practices.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mangga' is commonly used in informal speech, particularly when discussing fruits or in culinary contexts. It is universally understood in the Philippines.