Kumanti (en. To count)

/kuˈmanti/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To make a way to obtain or form a quantity or count.
He counted a lot of points in the game.
Kumanti siya ng maraming puntos sa laro.
To possess the ability to fully understand the totality of something.
He counted the correct answer on the exam.
Kumanti siya ng tamang sagot sa pagsusulit.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'kante' meaning 'score' or 'count'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

count before deciding
Think and count possible options before making a decision.
kumanti bago magdesisyon

Related Words

points
Units of score or count used in a game or examination.
puntos
quantity
Refers to the amount or measure of something.
kantidad

Slang Meanings

Someone you really love or are very close to.
Of course, he/she is the one who gets me all excited. I'm so happy!
Siyempre, siya ang kumanti sa akin. Ang saya saya ko!
To engage or participate in a fun activity or challenge.
He/She posted a funny video, and all of us joined in!
Nag-post siya ng funny video, at lahat kami kumanti!
To drink or party with friends.
We all went out to drink at the bar last weekend!
Kumanti kaming lahat sa bar nung weekend!