Katumalan (en. Ability)

ka-tu-ma-lan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of having skill or ability in a specific task.
His ability in singing was admired by everyone.
Ang kanyang katumalan sa pag-awit ay hinangaan ng lahat.
The natural ability of a person to perform a task.
The ability of the athletes is the result of their training.
Ang katumalan ng mga atleta ay bunga ng kanilang pagsasanay.
Measuring the level of skill in a particular field.
Their ability in mathematics was noticeable in the competition.
Ang kanilang katumalan sa matematika ay kapansin-pansin sa kompetisyon.

Etymology

originated from the root word 'tumal' meaning to have the ability.

Common Phrases and Expressions

creative ability
the ability to create or make something.
katumalang likha
academic ability
ability in the field of academia or learning.
katumalang pang-akademiko

Related Words

tumal
a root word meaning ability.
tumal
financial capability
ability to manage financial matters.
kakayahang pampinansyal

Slang Meanings

like a real person, closer to the heart
It's nice to chat with your true friends.
Ang sarap magkwentuhan ng mga katumalan mo.
loyal friends who won't leave you
That's why we got together, they're my true friends.
Kaya nagkaisa kami, sila yung mga katumalan ko.