Kaunti (en. Few)
/ka-unti/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A small number or quantity of things.
There are a few people in the park today.
May kaunting tao sa parke ngayon.
Expresses a small amount that is not enough.
We need a little more time to finish.
Kailangan natin ng kaunti pang oras para matapos.
Etymology
From the word 'ka' indicating connection and 'unti' referring to a small part or quantity.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a little friendship
a small level of friendship or connection.
kaunting pagkakaibigan
Related Words
little by little
A way of saying that progress or change occurs gradually or little by little.
kaunti-unti
Slang Meanings
Just a little
I have just a little money, so I can't eat out.
Kaunti lang ang pera ko, kaya di ako makakain sa labas.
It's just slight
That problem of yours is just slight, you can handle it!
Slight na lang 'yang problema mo, kaya mo 'yan!
Just chill
There's just a little homework, let's just chill!
Kaunti lang ang homework, chill lang tayo!