Pantay (en. Level)

/pɐnˈtaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
A term for the state or quality of being of the same level or position.
The floor should be level to prevent accidents.
Ang sahig ay dapat na pantay upang maiwasan ang aksidente.
Indicates similarity in proportions or measurements.
The boxes are designed to be of equal size for easy stacking.
Ang mga kahon ay sinadyang pantay ang laki upang madaling magtipon.
Expresses equality or lack of difference.
In a debate, opinions should be valued equally.
Sa debate, ang mga opinyon ay dapat pantay na pahalagahan.

Etymology

from the word 'pantay' in the native language

Common Phrases and Expressions

equal opportunity
The availability of non-discriminatory opportunities for all.
pantay na pagkakataon
equal condition
The state of having the same circumstances or situation.
pantay na kondisyon

Related Words

equality
Indicates similarity or equality.
pantay-pantay

Slang Meanings

like a tag match
It's like a tag match, our skills are equal.
Parang tag-match ang mga skill namin, pantay lang.
equal to equal
I hope their match in the finals will be equal.
Sana maging pantay ang laban nila sa finals.
no more, no less
If your income is equal, budgeting is easier.
Kung pantay ang kita mo, mas madali ang budgeting.