Katampatan (en. Proportionality)

/ka.tam.pa.tan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Measure of suitability or fairness of a thing.
The proportionality of arguments is important in discussions.
Ang katampatan ng mga argumento ay mahalaga sa talakayan.
Importance of having a balanced outcome in any situation.
Proportionality should be considered in our decisions.
Dapat isaalang-alang ang katampatan sa ating mga desisyon.
Condition or status of a thing at the right size or level.
The proportionality of your goals and abilities is necessary.
Kailangan ng katampatan ng iyong mga layunin at kakayahan.

Etymology

Root word: tampat

Common Phrases and Expressions

proportional response
The appropriate answer or reaction to a situation.
katampatang tugon
weight of proportionality
The assessment of accuracy and equality.
timbang ng katampatan

Related Words

law of proportionality
Principle emphasizing the need for balance in decisions and actions.
batas ng katampatan
reasoning
Analysis of reasoning and appropriateness in arguments.
pangangatwiran

Slang Meanings

fist
Marco punches well; he beats all his rivals.
Magaling sumuntok si Marco, talo ang lahat ng katampatan niya.
opponent
You should be ready for the fight, because an opponent is coming.
Dapat handa sa laban, kasi may katampatan na darating.
rival
Our rival in the ring is really strong!
Ang katampatan namin sa ring, talagang malakas!