sangkatlo
sangkatlò with stress marks
one third
Usage Note
Sangkatlo is the native Tagalog term for one third (1/3), used in everyday arithmetic, recipes, and discussions of proportions. Like sangkapat and sandaan, it belongs to the indigenous Filipino numerical system and is favored in educational and informal settings over Spanish-derived alternatives.
Examples
" Sangkatlo ng tubig ang natira. "
Natural Translation
One third of the water is left.
Literal Translation
One-third of water the left.
" Hatiin mo ang tinapay sa sangkatlo. "
Natural Translation
Divide the bread into one third.
Literal Translation
Divide you the bread in one-third.
" Ayon sa pag-aaral, halos sangkatlo lamang ng mga estudyante ang nakapagtapos ng kolehiyo sa kanilang lalawigan. "
Natural Translation
According to the study, only about a third of the students finish college in their province.
Literal Translation
According to study, almost one-third only of the students the finished of college in their province.
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