Lihit (en. Legitimate)

/liˈhit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The status of being legitimate.
The legitimacy of his business depends on his license.
Ang liwet ng kanyang negosyo ay nakasalalay sa kanyang lisensya.
adjective
Correct and in accordance with the law.
His property has a legal legitimacy.
Ang kanyang pag-aari ay may ligal na liwasan.
True or formal in form or content.
It is necessary to know if the document is legitimate or not.
Kailangan malaman kung ang dokumento ay liit o hindi.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'legitimo'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

legitimate document
A document recognized by law.
lihit na dokumento
legitimate business
A business that complies with legal standards.
lihit na negosyo

Related Words

legitimate
A synonym used to describe being true or in accordance with the law.
lehitimo

Slang Meanings

legitimate or legal thing
We need a legitimate business, not something hidden in the dark.
Lihit na negosyo ang kailangan natin, hindi 'yung nakatago sa dilim.
real or honestly
Honestly, no more, no less, this is really the situation.
Lihit, walang labis, walang kulang, ganito talaga ang sitwasyon.
not crowded or not very well-known
In that quiet corner, there aren't many people, it's okay to rest.
Doon sa lihit na kanto, wala masyadong tao, okay magpahinga.