Katulinan (en. Speed)

/kaˈtulinan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality of being fast.
The speed of his running is impressive.
Ang katulinan ng kanyang pagtakbo ay kahanga-hanga.
The level of speed of an object or person.
The cars strictly tested their speed in the race.
Mahigpit na sinubukan ng mga kotse ang kanilang katulinan sa karera.
The ability to complete tasks in a short time.
The speed of project completion allowed for more projects.
Ang katulinan ng pagkumpleto ng proyekto ay nagbigay-daan sa mas maraming proyekto.

Etymology

from the root word 'tulin'

Common Phrases and Expressions

speed of thought
speed of understanding and processing information
katulinan ng pag-iisip
speed at work
speed in completing tasks at work
katulinan sa trabaho

Related Words

fast
An adjective meaning fast or good at quick action.
mabilis
speed
The quality of having high speed.
tulin

Slang Meanings

Hurry up!
You walk fast, it's like you're chasing something!
Katulinan mo maglakad, parang may hinahabol ka!
Super fast!
People are so fast on their commute, you'd think they’re on motorcycles!
Katulinan na ng mga tao sa biyahe, akala mo nasa motor sila!
Fast millennial!
He replied, as fast as lightning!
Sumagot siya, katulinan ng kidlat!