From root: hati
Usage Note
Kahati literally means 'one who shares or divides with another,' derived from 'hati' (to divide, split). It is used to describe a business partner, co-investor, or anyone who shares in the profits or costs of a venture. In informal contexts it may also refer to someone who splits expenses, such as splitting the bill.
Examples
" Kahati ko siya sa tindahan. "
Natural Translation
He/She is my partner in the store.
Literal Translation
Shareholder my he/she in-the store.
" Siya ang aking kahati sa negosyo. "
Natural Translation
He/She is my business partner.
Literal Translation
He/She the my shareholder in business.
" Bago kami nagbukas ng negosyo, napagkasunduan namin ng kahati ko na hahatiin nang pantay ang lahat ng kita at gastos. "
Natural Translation
Before we opened the business, my partner and I agreed that all the profits and expenses would be split equally.
Literal Translation
Before we opened of business, agreed we and shareholder my that will-divide equally the all of profit and expense.
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