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    Bantas (en. Watch)

    /ˈban.tas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    Monitoring or guarding of something or someone.
    The watch is important for the security of our home.
    Mahalaga ang bantas sa seguridad ng ating tahanan.
    High level of monitoring or discussion conducted to observe changes.
    A thorough watch is needed on market trends.
    Kailangan ng masusing bantas sa mga kalakaran ng pamilihan.
    Trying to make the right decision based on observations.
    Giving a watch on situations helps in forming the right decision.
    Ang pagbibigay ng bantas sa mga sitwasyon ay nakakatulong sa pagbuo ng tamang desisyon.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'bantay' meaning to guard or watch over.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to provide insight
    to offer information or observation in a situation
    magbigay ng bantás
    vigilant watch
    active monitoring or observation of something
    buntas ng mata

    Related Words

    watchplace
    A place or thing that is being protected or monitored.
    bantayan
    monitoring
    The act of observing or monitoring events.
    pagbantay

    Slang Meanings

    Response or reply to teasing or insult.
    Your group outperformed the crazy ones with the song 'bantas'.
    Tinalo ng tropa mo ang mga baliw sa kantang 'bantas'.
    Counter or defense of an idea or opinion.
    He gave a response to what Mark said about the project.
    Nagbigay siya ng bantas sa sinabi ni Mark tungkol sa proyekto.
    Term for simple questions or banter.
    Don't take it too seriously, it's just a response!
    Huwag masyadong seryoso, bantas lang yan!