From root: tiyak
Usage Note
Katiyakan refers to the state of being certain or the lack of doubt regarding a situation.
Examples
" Walang katiyakan ngayon. "
Natural Translation
There is no certainty now.
Literal Translation
None certainty now.
" Wala akong katiyakan sa mangyayari. "
Natural Translation
I have no certainty about what will happen.
Literal Translation
None I certainty in will happen.
" Bago tayo gumawa ng desisyon, kailangan natin ng katiyakan na tama ang impormasyong nakalap. "
Natural Translation
Before we make a decision, we need certainty that the information we gathered is correct.
Literal Translation
Before we make of decision, need we of certainty that correct the information that-was-gathered.
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