husto
hustó with stress marks
exact, enough
Usage Note
Husto means just right, exact, or sufficient — the right amount, the right fit, or arriving exactly on time. It is a versatile everyday word used to confirm that something is adequate or perfectly measured. Common phrases include 'hustong-husto' (more than enough) and 'husto na' (that's enough / that'll do).
Examples
" Husto na ang kanin. "
Natural Translation
The rice is enough.
Literal Translation
Enough already the rice.
" Husto lang ang pera niya para sa pamasahe. "
Natural Translation
His/Her money is just enough for the fare.
Literal Translation
Exact just the money his/her for the fare.
" Husto lang ang sweldo niya para sa pang-araw-araw, kaya wala siyang naiipon kahit kailan. "
Natural Translation
His salary is just enough for daily needs, so he never manages to save anything.
Literal Translation
Exact just the salary his for the day-to-day, so not-have he able-to-save even ever.
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