Hanapbuhay (en. Livelihood)
ha-nap-bu-hay
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A term used for any method or type of work that provides income to a person.
His livelihood is being an elementary school teacher.
Ang kanyang hanapbuhay ay pagiging guro sa elementarya.
A country or place that serves as a source of wealth or income.
Many people rely on their livelihood from fishing.
Maraming mga tao ang umaasa sa kanilang hanapbuhay sa pangingisda.
The economic system of a person or community.
Local farmers have various livelihoods to support their families.
Ang mga lokal na magsasaka ay may iba't ibang hanapbuhay upang suportahan ang kanilang pamilya.
Etymology
a compound word derived from 'hanap' (to seek) and 'buhay' (life)
Common Phrases and Expressions
livelihood at hand
a type of job or business started by a person as a source of income.
hanapbuhay sa kamay
to find a means of livelihood
to seek a way to earn a living.
makahanap ng hanapbuhay
Related Words
income generation
the narrative way of earning income, possibly from a job or business entered.
kitaan
understanding
understanding aspects of work or business related to livelihood.
pagkakaunawaan
Slang Meanings
job or source of income
You really need to prioritize your livelihood, so you won't run out of funds.
Kailangan mo talagang i-priority ang hanapbuhay mo, para hindi ka maubusan ng pondo.
earnings or money from the job you are in
I have a new livelihood now, so I'm happy because I'll finally have some cash.
May bagong hanapbuhay na ako, kaya masaya ako kasi magkakaroon na ako ng cash.
support for the family
His livelihood provided a good life for all of them.
Ang hanapbuhay niya ang nagbigay ng magandang buhay para sa kanilang lahat.