Liitan (en. Diminution)

lee-ee-tan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of becoming smaller or reducing size.
The diminishment in clothing size led to a lower price.
Ang liitan ng sukat ng damit ay nagbigay-daan sa mas mababang presyo.
The state of being smaller.
The diminishment of pieces is important for matching components.
Ang liitan ng mga piraso ay mahalaga sa pagtutugma ng mga bahagi.

Etymology

root word: liit

Common Phrases and Expressions

diminution of size
reduction in size or dimension of something
liitan ng sukat

Related Words

smallness
The tenderness or lack of immensity in size or quantity.
liit
diminution action
The act of reducing or lessening something.
pagliliit

Slang Meanings

small or about the size of a tiny part
Wow! This cupcake is so small, it's like just a snack.
Yari na! Ang liitan ng cupcake na 'to, parang meryenda lang.
looks youthful or childish in style
Her style is so youthful, it's like a kid just playing.
Ang liitan ng estilo niya, parang bata lang na naglalaro.
a concern that is small or insignificant
Don't even think about that, it's just a small problem among your issues.
Wag mo na 'yan isipin, liitan lang 'yan sa mga problema mo.