Benepaktor (en. Benefactor)

/be-ne-pak-tor/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who provides help, support, or benefits to others.
He is the main benefactor of this school.
Siya ang pangunahing benepaktor ng paaralan na ito.
A person who promotes a project or initiative by providing funding.
Many benefactors supported our community project.
Maraming benepaktor ang sinuportahan ang aming proyekto sa komunidad.
A person who provides actions or things that benefit others.
These benefactors are known for their charity.
Ang mga benepaktor na ito ay kilala sa kanilang kawanggawa.

Etymology

English, from 'benefactor'

Common Phrases and Expressions

benefactor of children
A person who provides support and help to children.
benepaktor ng mga bata
life of benefactors
Talking about the struggles and successes of people who provide help.
buhay ng mga benepaktor

Related Words

charity
An act of providing aid or financial support to others.
kawanggawa
help
Any form of support or assistance given to others.
tulong

Slang Meanings

Show-off, someone who displays skills or talents.
Come on, you're being a show-off again, just show your real talent!
Sige na, benepaktor ka na naman, ipakita mo na yung tunay mong galing!
Arrogant or overly confident in oneself.
Oh my, this show-off thinks he can do everything!
Ay naku, ang benepaktor nito, parang lahat kaya niyang gawin!