Pamatos (en. Measure)
/pɐˈmɐtos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A term referring to the measurement or basis of something.
The measure of opportunity is important in making decisions.
Ang pamatos ng pagkakataon ay mahalaga sa paggawa ng desisyon.
Measuring the quantity or value of something.
We need the right measure to determine the weight of the product.
Kailangan ng tamang pamatos upang malaman ang timbang ng produkto.
Basis or foundation for taking actions.
The measure of their progress depends on their efforts.
Ang pamatos ng kanilang pag-unlad ay nakasalalay sa kanilang pagsisikap.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'mato' meaning basis or measure.
Common Phrases and Expressions
measure of truth
basis of reality or truth.
pamatos ng katotohanan
to seek measure
to seek measurement or information.
humingi ng pamatos
Related Words
to measure
The process of obtaining the measurement of something.
magsukat
amount
The measurement or number of something.
dami
Slang Meanings
lying or making up stories
He says he came from another country, but that's just a lie.
Sinasabi niya na galing siya sa ibang bansa, pero pamatos lang 'yon.
deception or trick
Be careful with your friends who are deceitful, they might just fool you.
Magingat ka sa mga kaibigan mong pamatos, baka lokohin ka lang nila.