Matawid (en. Intermediate)

/mɑ.tɑ.wɪd/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Describes a characteristic of something capable of passing or transferring from one place to another.
The intermediate line allows for easy transfer of information.
Ang matawid na linya ay nagbibigay-daan sa madaling paglipat ng impormasyon.

Etymology

from the root word 'tawid' meaning 'cross' or 'share'

Common Phrases and Expressions

intermediate path
path used for easy transfer from one point to another
matawid na daan

Related Words

to transfer
the act of bringing or moving from one place to another
magtawid

Slang Meanings

Fast or easy.
The people here are so quick, that's why the discussions finished immediately.
Sobrang matawid ang mga tao dito, kaya natapos agad ang mga usapan.
Straightforward or without corruption (often in business discussions).
With him, business is straightforward, that's why I trust him.
Sa kanya, matawid ang negosyo, kaya nagtitiwala ako sa kanya.
Just right or equal (referring to conditions or values).
Our expenses here are just right, nothing more, nothing less.
Matawid lang ang gastos natin dito, walang labis o kulang.