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    Tantiya (en. Gauge)

    /tanˈti.ya/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An assessment or estimation of something to determine its value or characteristics.
    He made an estimate of the project's value before starting it.
    Gumawa siya ng tantiya sa halaga ng proyekto bago ito simulan.
    A process of measuring things related to quantity or weight.
    The estimate of the bag's weight is important for travel.
    Ang tantiya sa bigat ng bag ay mahalaga sa pagbiyahe.
    The ability to make a statement based on assumptions.
    His estimate of the situation is based on his experience.
    Ang kanyang tantiya sa sitwasyon ay nakabatay sa kanyang karanasan.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'tantear' which means to gauge or measure.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make an estimate
    To measure or gauge something.
    gawin ang tantiya
    to have an estimate
    To have an idea or assumption about something.
    magkaroon ng tantiya

    Related Words

    estimate of value
    A way of estimating the price or value of a product or service.
    tantiya sa halaga
    tax estimate
    The estimated amount of tax that needs to be paid.
    buwis na tantiya

    Slang Meanings

    Quick guess or estimate.
    I'm just estimating, but that medicine you've been taking might be around 10 years old.
    Tantiya lang ako, pero baka mga 10 taon na yang naiinom mong gamot.
    Giving an opinion or estimate even without sufficient evidence.
    Just my guess, but it seems like they have no plans to continue the project.
    Tantiya ko lang, mukhang wala na silang plano na ipagpatuloy ang proyekto.