Patas (en. Level)

/ˈpatas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Refers to the state of being even or without gaps.
These boards need to join together to be level.
Ang mga board na ito ay kinakailangang magsanib upang sila ay maging patas.
Refers to the part of animals used for walking, such as legs.
The elephant's legs are large and strong.
Ang mga patas ng elepante ay malalaki at matibay.
verb
The action of having equal value or size.
The prize should be distributed evenly.
Kailangang patas ang hatian ng mga premyo.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'patas' meaning 'even' or 'level.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

even match
A match where everything is equal, everyone has a fair chance.
patas na laban

Related Words

flat
Forms a smooth and obstacle-free surface.
patag
yours
Refers to something that may belong to or be held by someone.
iyo

Slang Meanings

Equal or without difference
The fight must be fair; no favoritism allowed.
Dapat patas ang laban, hindi puwedeng may pabor-pabor.
No losses, back and forth action
Wow, the fight is so even; it's exciting!
Grabe, patas ang laban, ang saya!
No cheating
Everyone should have an equal say in the group's decisions.
Dapat lahat tayo patas sa mga desisyon sa grupo.