Pagkaikli (en. Shortness)

[pag-kai-kli]

Synonyms

shortening or cutting something

Shortening the hair makes it easier to style.

Pagkaikli ng pelo, mas madali nang ayusin.

to cut down on something (like time or effort)

We need to shorten the process so we won't be late.

Kailangan nating pagkaiklihin ang proseso para di tayo ma-late.

to make do with less

When we crossed paths, I only had a short interaction with him.

Kapag nagkasalubong kami, pagkaikli lang ang kita ko sa kanya.