Sapatlamang (en. Sufficient only)

/sapat-lamang/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a sufficient amount or value.
There is just enough food left for all the guests.
Sapatlamang ang natirang pagkain para sa lahat ng bisita.
Means neither excessive nor lacking, an exact amount.
His knowledge is just enough to pass the exam.
Sapatlamang ang kanyang kaalaman upang makapasa sa pagsusulit.

Etymology

From the word 'sapat' meaning sufficient or adequate and 'lamang' meaning only or just

Common Phrases and Expressions

sufficient time
Enough time for a task or activity.
sapatlamang oras
sufficient money
Enough amount of money for necessities.
sapatlamang pera

Related Words

sufficient
Having the right amount or value.
sapat
sufficient time
The right length of time for a task.
sapat na panahon

Slang Meanings

sufficient or just enough
Even if there's nothing extra, my earnings are just enough for the expenses.
Kahit walang sobra, sapatlamang ang kinita ko para sa mga gastusin.
not lacking, not excessive
In terms of food, they put just enough servings for everyone.
Sa pagkain, sapatlamang ang inilagay nilang servings para sa lahat.