Asuhin (en. Care for)

/aˈsuɦin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb describing the act of caring for someone or something.
I need to care for my pets.
Kailangan kong asuhin ang aking mga alagang hayop.
Refers to the responsibility to improve or ensure the welfare of someone else.
At his age, he has the obligation to take care of his parents.
Sa kanyang edad, siya ay may obligasyong asuhin ang kanyang mga magulang.
Can refer to temporary care or supervision.
Just take care of the child while his parents are away.
Asuhin mo na lamang ang bata habang wala ang kanyang mga magulang.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Take care of him/her
You need to take care of or watch over him/her.
Asuhin mo siya
Take care of oneself
Focus attention on one's own needs and welfare.
Asuhin ang sarili

Related Words

pet
A person or animal that is being cared for.
alaga
watcher
A person who observes or ensures the well-being of others.
bantay

Slang Meanings

responsibility
You can't just leave them, take care of them because that's your responsibility!
Hindi mo pwedeng iwanan sila, asuhin mo sila kasi responsabilidad mo yan!
take care of
Take care of the kids, okay? They need to study.
Asuhin mo ang mga bata, ha? Kailangan nilang mag-aral.
to protect or guard
We should take care of them to ensure their health is good.
Dapat natin silang asuhin para maging maayos ang kanilang kalusugan.