Moderate in Tagalog

“Moderate” in Tagalog translates to “Katamtaman,” “Mahinahon,” “Pangkaraniwan,” or “Magpahupa” depending on the context—whether describing a medium amount, temperate behavior, political stance, or the action of reducing intensity. Understanding these distinctions helps convey balance and restraint in Filipino communication.

[Words] = Moderate

[Definition]:

• Moderate /ˈmɑː.dər.ət/ (adjective), /ˈmɑː.də.reɪt/ (verb)
• Adjective 1: Average in amount, intensity, quality, or degree; not extreme.
• Adjective 2: (Of a person or political position) holding views that are not extreme.
• Verb 1: To make or become less extreme, intense, rigorous, or violent.
• Verb 2: To review and regulate content or discussions in a forum or meeting.

[Synonyms] = Katamtaman, Mahinahon, Pangkaraniwan, Magpahupa, Pigilan, Kontrolin, Banayad, Kalmado

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The doctor recommended moderate exercise for at least 30 minutes daily.
• Ex1_PH: Ang doktor ay nagrekomenda ng katamtamang ehersisyo nang hindi bababa sa 30 minuto araw-araw.
• Ex2_EN: She has moderate political views and often seeks compromise between opposing sides.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay may katamtamang pananaw sa pulitika at madalas na humahanap ng kompromiso sa magkasalungat na panig.
• Ex3_EN: The chairman will moderate the debate between the two candidates tonight.
• Ex3_PH: Ang chairman ay mag-moderate ng debate sa pagitan ng dalawang kandidato ngayong gabi.
• Ex4_EN: They need to moderate their spending to avoid financial difficulties.
• Ex4_PH: Kailangan nilang kontrolin ang kanilang paggastos upang maiwasan ang mga problema sa pananalapi.
• Ex5_EN: The region experiences moderate rainfall throughout the year with no extreme dry season.
• Ex5_PH: Ang rehiyon ay nakakaranas ng katamtamang pag-ulan sa buong taon na walang labis na tuyot na panahon.