Kaiksian (en. Shortness)

ka-ik-SYAN

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state or condition of being short.
The shortness of her dress is not suitable for this occasion.
Ang kaiksian ng kanyang damit ay hindi akma para sa okasyong ito.
A characteristic or quality that shows limited length.
The shortness of time caused many of us to be occupied.
Ang kaiksian ng oras ay nagdulot ng pagkaabalang marami sa atin.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'iksyam' meaning short.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shortness of time
A situation where there is limited time to complete a task.
kaiksian ng panahon
shortness of space
A condition where space is limited or too small.
kaiksian ng espasyo

Related Words

short
A word that describes short or small size.
iksyam

Slang Meanings

to speed up
Don't worry, I can finish that quickly.
Huwag kang mag-alala, kaya kong tapusin yan sa kaiksian.
short
The shortness of his story, so much happened!
Ang kaiksian ng kwento niya, ang dami pa namang nangyari!
dense
This page is full of information, but the density is short!
Ang page na ito ay puno ng impormasyon, pero ang kaiksian ay siksik!