Arimuhunan (en. Capital)

/ˌa.ri.muˈhu.nan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The money or wealth used to start or run a business.
We need to find capital to start our project.
Kailangan naming maghanap ng arimuhunan upang makapagsimula ng aming proyekto.
The investment capital needed for any investment focused on business growth.
The capital is essential for our company's development.
Ang arimuhunan ay mahalaga para sa pag-unlad ng aming kumpanya.

Etymology

From the word 'ari' meaning ownership and 'muhunan' which refers to capital used in business.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lack of capital
When there is not enough funds for the operation of the business.
kakulangan sa arimuhunan
acquisition of capital
The process of obtaining the necessary capital for the business.
pagkuha ng arimuhunan

Related Words

investment
The process of putting capital into a business or project to earn profits.
pamumuhunan
business
An activity or organization aimed at making a profit.
negosyo

Slang Meanings

Wasting time or opportunity.
Don't arimuhunan, you're wasting your chance at the job interview.
Huwag kang arimuhunan, sayang ang pagkakataon mo sa job interview.
Laziness or evading tough work.
Honestly, I'm just arimuhunan with my assignments.
Sa totoo lang, arimuhunan lang ako sa mga assignments ko.
Saying 'what's up with that' in a tiring situation.
The project is arimuhunan again, it's so hard!
Arimuhunan na naman ang project natin, ang hirap!