Magkatimbang (en. Equal)

/mag-ka-tim-bang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to the balance of two things that have equal weight or value.
The two cats are equal in weight, so they both behave well.
Ang dalawang pusa ay magkatimbang sa timbang, kaya't pareho silang maayos na magalang.
Indicates equality in value or situation.
In terms of rights, all individuals should be equal.
Sa mga karapatan, lahat ng tao ay dapat magkatimbang.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'katimbang', meaning equality or balance.

Common Phrases and Expressions

equal value
Equal value or importance.
magkatimbang na halaga

Related Words

equal
Shows similarity or measurement in weight or value.
katimbang

Slang Meanings

equally valuable
My brother and I are equal in basketball skills.
Sila ng kapatid ko ay magkatimbang sa galing sa basketball.
of the same level
We're of equal standing in academics, that's why we both qualified for the scholarship.
Magkatimbang kami sa akademya kaya pareho kaming nakapag-enroll sa scholarship.
on the same level
We should be equal in all decisions of the group.
Dapat tayong magkatimbang sa lahat ng desisyon sa grupo.