Katanapan (en. Sharpness)
/kataˈnapan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality of being sharp or pointed.
The sharpness of the sword allows it to cut cleanly.
Ang katanapan ng tabak ay nagbibigay dito ng kakayahang maghiwa nang maayos.
A level of sharpness that is important for tools.
The sharpness of the knife is essential in cooking.
Mahalaga ang katanapan ng kutsilyo sa pagluluto.
Refers to the sharpness that can occasionally improve.
The sharpness of the lesson increases when the teacher has experience.
Ang katanapan ng aralin ay umaangat kapag may karanasan ang guro.
Etymology
From the word 'katana' meaning 'sword', with the suffix '-pan'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
high sharpness
Description of something that is extremely sharp.
mataas na katanapan
sharpness of mind
Intelligent thinking or understanding.
katanapan ng isip
Related Words
sharp
Indicates the degree of sharpness or quality of sharpness.
matulis
knife
A tool that usually has sharpness for food preparation.
kutsilyo
Slang Meanings
Goodness or kindness; good behavior
That kid has no katanapan, always helping his friends.
Walang katanapan ang batang 'yan, laging tumutulong sa mga kaibigan niya.
Absence of resentment or anger
The katanapan of people nowadays is amusing, it's like everyone is happy.
Ang katanapan ng mga tao ngayon ay nakakatuwa, parang lahat ay masaya.