Isalalay (en. To support)
/isaˈlaˌlai/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A form of verb meaning to provide help or emotional support.
The support of family is important during difficult times.
Mahalaga ang isalalay ng pamilya sa panahon ng pagsubok.
Provides support or help to a person or group.
We should support our friends in their problems.
Dapat tayong isalalay ang mga kaibigan natin sa kanilang mga problema.
Provides guidance or help in a situation.
We need to support children adjusting to school.
Kailangan natin isalalay ang mga batang umaangkop sa paaralan.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'salalay' meaning to help or support.
Common Phrases and Expressions
support oneself
To provide help to oneself during times of distress.
isalalay ang sarili
Related Words
salalay
The root form of the verb meaning to help or support.
salalay
tulong
A noun referring to the support or aid provided.
tulong
Slang Meanings
to support or help
I need supportive help for this project.
Kailangan ko ng isalalay na tulong sa project na 'to.
to provide assistance
Just help me out with the tasks, I can't do it all.
Isalalay mo na lang ako sa mga gawain, 'di ko kayang gawin lahat.
to help or act as backup
Sure, just back me up if there's a problem.
Sige, isalalay mo na lang ako kung may problema.