From root: eksakto
Usage Note
Kaeksaktuhan refers to the abstract quality of being precise. It is usually found in formal, technical, or academic discussions.
Examples
" Mahalaga ang kaeksaktuhan dito. "
Natural Translation
Precision matters here.
Literal Translation
Important the precision here.
" Mahalaga ang kaeksaktuhan sa trabaho. "
Natural Translation
Precision is important in work.
Literal Translation
Important the precision in work.
" Sa larangan ng agham, ang kaeksaktuhan ng bawat sukat ay maaaring magpasya sa tagumpay ng eksperimento. "
Natural Translation
In the field of science, the precision of every measurement can determine the success of an experiment.
Literal Translation
In field of science, the precision of each measure is can decide on success of experiment.
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