Neutral (en. Walang panig)

/ˈnjuːtrəl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Not choosing a side in a conflict or debate.
His opinion is neutral in this issue.
Ang kanyang opinyon ay neutral sa isyung ito.
Not showing any feelings or bias.
A researcher should remain neutral in their analysis.
Dapat maging neutral ang isang tagapag-aral sa kanyang pagsusuri.
Without any kind of confirmation.
Neutral colors are often used in design.
Ang neutral na kulay ay madalas na ginagamit sa disenyo.

Etymology

From the Latin word 'neutralis'

Common Phrases and Expressions

neutral territory
A place that is owned by no one but is used by everyone.
neutral na teritoryo

Related Words

objective
Based on facts and not personal feelings.
obhektibo

Slang Meanings

without bias or favoritism
In discussions, we need to be neutral so there's no arguing.
Sa usapan, kaylangan maging neutral para walang magtalo.
not too aggressive
His attitude is just neutral, he doesn't always retreat or attack.
Ang kanyang attitude ay neutral lang, hindi siya palaging umaatras o umaatake.
doesn't want to get involved
That's why he is neutral in this conflict because he doesn't want to get involved.
Kaya siya neutral sa gulong ito dahil ayaw niyang makialam.