Pantimbang (en. Counterbalance)
/pan·tim·bang/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An object or factor used to achieve balance in a situation.
Adding a counterbalance to the scale helped make the movements even.
Ang pagdagdag ng pantimbang sa timbangan ay nakatulong para maging pantay ang kilos.
Describes steps or processes aimed at achieving balance.
The counterbalancing of perspectives is important in decision-making.
Ang pantimbang ng mga pananaw ay mahalaga sa paggawa ng desisyon.
verb
The act of adding or placing items to achieve balance.
We need to balance ideas before arriving at a conclusion.
Kailangan nating pantimbangin ang mga ideya bago dumating sa isang konklusyon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
counterbalance of opinions
Examination of various perspectives to arrive at the right decision.
pantimbang ng opinyon
Related Words
organization
The process of arranging or achieving order in a situation.
pagsasaayos
balanced group
A group with differing perspectives that promotes understanding.
balanseng pangkat
Slang Meanings
a supplementary or alternative job opportunity
I'm looking for balancing jobs while studying.
Naghahanap ako ng mga pantimbang na trabaho habang nag-aaral.
something to relieve stress or fatigue
Just relax, don't overspend, you should always have a balance.
Mag-relax ka lang, 'wag masyadong gumastos, dapat may pantimbang ka lagi.
a catch or alternative solution for a problem
We need a balancing act for this issue, like a break before the fight.
Kailangan natin ng pantimbang para sa isyung ito, parang pahinga lang bago ang laban.