Panandalian (en. Temporary)

/pananˈdalian/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Means temporary or not permanent.
The temporary solution is not always effective.
Ang panandaliang solusyon ay hindi laging epektibo.
Attempt to explain something that does not last long.
They introduced a temporary project for the youth.
Ipinakilala nila ang panandaliang proyekto para sa mga kabataan.
Fits a specific situation for a short period.
The temporary job helped with their income.
Ang panandaliang trabaho ay nakatulong sa kanilang kita.

Etymology

Root word: 'pananda' meaning temporary.

Common Phrases and Expressions

temporary happiness
A joyful experience that does not last.
panandaliang kasiyahan

Related Words

temporary
Also refers to a state or thing that is not permanent.
pansamantala
provisional
An item created or made as support for a situation.
panandaan

Slang Meanings

temporary
Don't get your hopes up, that's just temporary, bro.
Wag kang umasa, panandalian lang yan, bro.
time killer
Let's play Mobile Legends, it's just to kill time.
Maglaro tayo ng mobile legend, panandalian lang naman.
for a moment
This is just for a moment, I just need a temporary solution.
Saglit lang 'to, kailangan ko lang ng panandalian na solusyon.