Kahati (en. Half)

ka-ha-ti

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the whole that is half.
He received half of the earnings from the business.
Nakuha niya ang kahati ng kita mula sa negosyo.
Refers to a part of something that is divided.
The half of the bread was passed to his friend.
Ang kahati ng tinapay ay ipinasa sa kanyang kaibigan.
Indicates division in a situation or thing.
They have a share in the decision of their family.
Sila ay may kahati sa pasya ng kanilang pamilya.

Etymology

Origin from the word 'ka' meaning 'with' and 'hati' referring to a part or division.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Half in life
A person who shares in the trials and triumphs.
Kahati sa buhay

Related Words

half
A part equivalent to half.
kalahati
divide
The division or part of something.
hati

Slang Meanings

Whatever happens
We're sharing the profit, whatever happens.
Kahati na lang tayo sa kita, kahit anong mangyari.
Half
Only half is left in our budget.
Kahati lang ang natira sa budget natin.