From root: timbang
Usage Note
Katimbang refers to something or someone of equal weight or importance. It can also mean a counterpart that provides balance.
Examples
" Walang katimbang ang ginhawa niya. "
Natural Translation
Nothing is equal to his comfort.
Literal Translation
None counterpart the comfort his.
" Sino ang katimbáng mo sa laro? "
Natural Translation
Who is your partner or equal in the game?
Literal Translation
Who the counterpart you in the game?
" Para sa marami, walang katimbang na halaga ang oras na ginugol kasama ng pamilya tuwing Pasko. "
Natural Translation
For many, there is no equal value to the time spent with family every Christmas.
Literal Translation
For many, none equal value the time that spent together of-the family every Christmas.
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