Timbaan (en. Weight measurement)
tim-baan
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of weighing items.
We need to measure the weight of the ingredients before starting to cook.
Kailangan namin ang timbaan ng mga sangkap bago simulang magluto.
A device used to measure weight.
The scale is important in stores that sell products by weight.
Ang timbaan ay mahalaga sa mga tindahan na nagbebenta ng mga produkto batay sa timbang.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'timbang' which refers to measuring weight or quantity.
Common Phrases and Expressions
weight measurement of food
The process of weighing food for the correct amount.
timbaan ng pagkain
Related Words
measure
The actual weight measurement indicating the amount or heaviness of an item.
timbang
Slang Meanings
Pairing or matching of things or people, especially in having a relationship.
He said, 'Let's pair up later at the mall!'
Sabi niya, 'Timbaan tayo mamaya sa mall!'
Matching of different personalities or attitudes.
Their pairing is great, even though they are opposites.
Maganda yung timbaan nila, kahit magkasalungat sila.