Taksay (en. Estimated value)

ˈtak-saɪ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An amount or estimate that exceeds what is normally expected.
The estimate for the project exceeded the expected budget.
Ang taksay ng proyekto ay lumampas sa inaasahang budget.
Amount estimated without deductions.
The estimate was presented in our report.
Ang taksay ay ipinakita sa aming ulat.
Surplus or excess amount compared to expectations.
The surplus in production allowed for more units.
Ang taksay sa produksiyon ay nagbigay-daan sa mas maraming yunit.

Etymology

The word 'taksay' originates from 'taksahin,' which means estimation or surplus.

Common Phrases and Expressions

estimated value
An expression that refers to excess value.
taksay ng halaga

Related Words

estimate
The act of estimating or assessing value.
taksahin

Slang Meanings

Food that is packed with flavor or substance.
This spicy taksay is really busting with flavor!
Ang lutong-gisnang taksay na ito ay tenang-tena sa sarap!
An expensive item or overpriced.
The goods here are taksay, it’s way over my budget!
Ang bilihin dito, taksay masyado, parang labis na sa budget ko!
A durable or sturdy item.
My cellphone is taksay for sure; it won’t break easily!
Yung cellphone ko, taksay talaga; hindi basta-basta masira!