Gitnaan (en. Middle)

/ɡitˈna.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
It is also used to describe a position in time or process.
We are in the middle of discussing the project.
Nasa gitnaan tayo ng pag-usapan ng proyekto.
A specific attribute of a thing enclosed in a larger context.
The middle of the debate is full of important points.
Ang gitnaan ng debate ay puno ng mga mahahalagang puntos.
The middle refers to the part located in the center or midpoint of something.
The middle of the room is filled with chairs.
Ang gitnaan ng silid ay puno ng mga upuan.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'gitna' meaning 'center' or 'middle'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the middle of
in the position or part between two things.
sa gitna ng
middle part
the center or middle section of something.
gitnang bahagi

Related Words

middle
Refers to the center or primary location of something.
gitna
intermediary
The state of being in the middle of two or more things.
pamagitan

Slang Meanings

An advantage or edge in a situation.
That's the balance between income and expenses, so we need to save.
Yan ang gitnaan ng kita at gastos, kaya kailangan nating magtipid.
A situation filled with tension or conflict.
We're in the middle of chaos, so we need to act properly.
Nasa gitnaan tayo ng gulo, kaya't kailangan nating kumilos ng maayos.
Most part or state of being busy is in the middle.
He's in the middle of work and he's too busy right now.
Nasa gitnaan siya ng trabaho at masyado siyang abala ngayon.