Kalimitan (en. Often)

ka-li-mi-tan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A situation or occurrence that happens on a frequent basis.
We often meet at the gym every morning.
Kalimitan tayong nagkikita sa gym tuwing umaga.
Frequent repetition of an action or behavior.
I train myself to often speak in front of people.
Sinasanay ko ang aking sarili na kalimitan magsalita sa harap ng tao.
Common behavior or habit of a person.
He often says that reading is important.
Kalimitan niyang sinasabi na mahalaga ang pagbabasa.

Etymology

Root word: limit; Sanskrit: 'līmitāna'

Common Phrases and Expressions

common person
A person who is usually present or engages in an activity.
kalimitang tao
frequent activities
Activities or tasks that are performed often.
kalimitang gawain

Related Words

frequent
An adjective meaning occurring or happening many times.
madalas
monthly
Meaning occurring every month.
buwanang

Slang Meanings

usually
I am usually here at events like this.
Kalimitan akong nandito sa mga ganitong event.
often
I often take my friends to the mall.
Kalimitan, sinasama ko ang mga kaibigan ko sa mall.
ordinary
That usually happens in life.
Kalimitan lang naman yang ganun sa buhay.