Karitilya (en. Caliper)

/ka-ri-tíl-ya/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A tool used to measure distances or widths of objects.
He used a caliper to measure the width of the wall.
Gumamit siya ng karitilya upang sukatin ang lapad ng pader.
An instrument that allows for more accurate measurements.
The caliper is important in mechanical work.
Mahalaga ang karitilya sa mga gawaing mekanikal.
Commonly used by engineers and carpenters.
The caliper is used in every project by engineers.
Ang karitilya ay ginagamit sa bawat proyekto ng mga inhinyero.

Etymology

A Tagalog term referring to a tool used for measurement.

Common Phrases and Expressions

measuring
The process of using a caliper to measure objects.
su measuring

Related Words

measuring tool
A general term for tools used for measurement.
panukat

Slang Meanings

Wasting time
Let's not sit around wasting time, let's just study.
Huwag na tayong umupo sa karitilya, mag-aral na lang tayo.
Just chilling
Today, we're just chilling, no plans.
Ngayon, karitilya lang tayo, wala munang lakad.
To relax
After the exam, let's relax first.
Pagkatapos ng exam, karitilya muna tayo.
No interference
Here in the chill spot, there's no interference, everyone is just relaxed.
Dito sa karitilya, walang pakialamanan, lahat chill.