Manlason (en. Measurer)
/manˈlason/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who performs measurement or matching of measurements.
The measurer works in the scientist's lab to ensure the correct measurement of chemicals.
Ang manlason ay nagtatrabaho sa lab ng mga siyentipiko upang tiyakin ang tamang sukat ng mga kemikal.
Etymology
Root word 'laso' meaning 'to measure'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fabric measurer
A person who cuts or shapes fabric to the right size.
manlason ng tela
Related Words
measurement
The process of determining the size, amount, or characteristics of something.
pagsukat
tape
A tool or unit used for measuring.
laso
Slang Meanings
a pretentious or arrogant person
He's the show-off in the group, acts like he's rich but owes everyone.
Siya ang manlason sa lahat ng grupo, akala mo'y mayaman pero utang lahat.
someone who loves to share the success of others
He's the one who takes credit for our project but didn't contribute at all.
Siya pa ang manlason sa project natin, pero hindi naman siya nag-contribute.
a person who is always insecure about themselves
Why does he have to show off? He must be insecure about himself.
Bakit kasi kailangan pang manlason, insecure na yata sa sarili niya.