Duwit (en. Money)

du-wit

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Indicates something of value that can be exchanged for goods or services.
I need to earn money for my expenses.
Kailangan kong kumita ng duwit para sa aking mga gastusin.
A unit of currency used in transactions.
He brought money to buy food.
Nagdala siya ng duwit para bumili ng pagkain.
Often refers to money used in daily living.
He loves to save money for his dreams.
Mahilig siyang mag-ipon ng duwit para sa kanyang mga pangarap.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'dólar'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Money is important
This money has significant value in life.
Mahalaga ang duwit
No money, no food
Nothing can be obtained without money.
Walang duwit, walang pagkain

Related Words

income
The total amount of money received.
kita
debt
This is borrowed money that must be paid back.
utang

Slang Meanings

money
I don't have money, so I can't buy food.
Wala akong duwit, kaya di ako makabili ng pagkain.
cash
Do you have cash? I need to pay my debt.
May duwit ka ba? Kailangan kong magbayad sa utang ko.
coins
Just put the coins aside, I have plenty of spare change.
Ihatid mo na lang sa tabi yung mga duwit, madami na akong barya.
expenses
Expenses are really high right now.
Sobrang dami ng duwit sa gastos ngayon.