Konstante (en. Constant)

/konˈstan.tɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A value that does not change in a specific context.
In a mathematical equation, 'pi' is a constant.
Sa matematikal na equation, ang 'pi' ay isang konstante.
adjective
Not changing or always the same.
The temperature in this area is constant throughout the year.
Ang temperatura sa lugar na ito ay konstante sa buong taon.

Etymology

from the Latin word 'constans', meaning 'steady' or 'unchanging'

Common Phrases and Expressions

constant flow
Refers to a flow that does not change.
konstante ang daloy

Related Words

change
The process of becoming different or varying from the previous.
pagbabago

Slang Meanings

Always present or unchanging.
I hope you're constantly happy, no matter what happens.
Sana konstanteng masaya ka, kahit anong mangyari.
Always there, never lacking.
The support of my family is constant, no matter what happens.
Ang suporta ng pamilya ko ay konstante, kahit na anong mangyari.