Katabilan (en. Hiding capability)
/ka-ta-bi-lan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The characteristic of being able to hide or the ability to conceal.
The hiding capability of dogs is important so that they are not seen by predators.
Ang katabilan ng mga aso ay mahalaga upang sila'y hindi makita ng mga predator.
The state of being concealed or difficult to see.
In her hiding capability, no one knows her whereabouts.
Sa kanyang katabilan, walang nakakaalam ng kanyang kinaroroonan.
Ability to work behind the scenes or be undetected.
His hiding capability in projects often prevents him from being affected by criticisms.
Madalas ang kanyang katabilan sa mga proyekto upang hindi siya maapektuhan ng mga kritisismo.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'tabil' meaning 'the ability to hide' or 'submerged state'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
has hiding capability
showing the ability to hide or be unseen.
may katabilan
Related Words
hide
The act of hiding or the effort to remain unseen.
tago
Slang Meanings
Perseverance or giving importance to something
Because of his perseverance in studying, he failed a subject.
Dahil sa katabilan niya sa pag-aaral, bumagsak siya sa isang subject.
Being loyal or helping each other
The loyalty of our group is unmatched; we're always there for each other.
Ang katabilan ng tropa namin ay walang kapantay, lagi kaming nandiyan para sa isa't isa.
Lack of personal skills or knowledge
Sometimes, my lack of skills in technical matters hinders my progress.
Minsan, ang katabilan ko sa mga teknikal na bagay ay nagiging hadlang sa progreso ko.