Kilingan (en. Measured)

/ki.lí.ngan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A measure used to express the weight or quantity of something.
The weight of the sugar was indicated on the package.
Kinilala ang kilingan ng asukal sa pakete.
The system used to obtain measurements related to physical properties.
Measurement is important in scientific experiments.
Mahalaga ang kilingan sa mga eksperimento sa agham.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'kilo' meaning weight or measure.

Common Phrases and Expressions

measurement of the product
Measure of the weight or quantity of a product.
kilingan ng produkto

Related Words

kilo
A unit of measurement for weight equivalent to one thousand grams.
kilo
calculate
The process of obtaining a specific measure or value.
kalkulahin

Slang Meanings

Best friend or close squad.
I always go on trips with Alex, he's really my best friend.
Kasama ko si Alex sa lahat ng trip ko, siya talaga ang kilingan ko.
Partner or buddy in any task.
He's my partner in school; we are always together for projects.
Siya ang kilingan ko sa paaralan, lagi kaming magkasama sa mga project.