Filipino · Numbers & Time
minuto
Minute
Beginnernoun
Definition
A period of sixty seconds.
Example
Maghintay ka ng limang minuto.
Please wait five minutes.
Etymology
'Minuto' comes from the Spanish 'minuto,' aligned with its original meaning of 'minute.' It reflects the linguistic influence of Spanish during colonial rule in the Philippines.
How & Where It’s Used
'Minuto' is commonly used in both spoken and written language to denote short time spans, appropriate in both casual and formal settings.