Minute in Tagalog

“Minute” in Tagalog is “Minuto” or “Sandalì” – referring to a unit of time equal to 60 seconds, or something very small in size. This common word is essential for discussing time and describing tiny details in everyday Filipino conversation. Discover its complete usage and meanings below.

[Words] = Minute

[Definition]

• Minute /ˈmɪnɪt/ (noun) or /maɪˈnjuːt/ (adjective)
• Noun 1: A period of time equal to sixty seconds or one-sixtieth of an hour.
• Noun 2: A brief or short moment of time.
• Adjective: Extremely small or tiny in size or amount.
• Adjective: Precise and detailed, paying attention to the smallest elements.

[Synonyms] = Minuto, Sandalì, Saglit, Sandali, Maliit na detalye (for minute details), Napakaliit (for very small)

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: Please wait a minute while I finish this task.
• Ex1_PH: Pakihintay naman ng isang minuto habang tinatapos ko ang gawaing ito.
• Ex2_EN: The meeting will start in five minutes, so please be ready.
• Ex2_PH: Ang pulong ay magsisimula sa loob ng limang minuto, kaya mangyaring maging handa.
• Ex3_EN: The scientist examined the minute particles under a powerful microscope.
• Ex3_PH: Sinuri ng siyentipiko ang napakaliit na mga particle sa ilalim ng isang malakas na microscopio.
• Ex4_EN: She paid attention to every minute detail in her artwork to ensure perfection.
• Ex4_PH: Pinansín niya ang bawat maliit na detalye sa kanyang obra upang masiguro ang kasakdalan.
• Ex5_EN: Just give me a minute to think about your proposal.
• Ex5_PH: Bigyan mo lang ako ng isang sandalì para mag-isip tungkol sa iyong mungkahi.