Istanum (en. Sweetheart)

i-sta-num

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term for a kind and beloved person.
I love my sweetheart because they are always there for me.
Mahal ko ang aking istanum dahil lagi siyang nandiyan para sa akin.
Beloved friend or partner in life.
My sweetheart is always with me through all my trials.
Ang istanum ko ay laging kasama sa lahat ng aking mga pagsubok.

Etymology

Created from the word 'stad' meaning 'seat' and 'anum' meaning 'how many'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I am here for you, sweetheart.
I am always supportive of you.
Nandito ako para sa iyo, istanum.

Related Words

love
A deeper emotion that connects partners.
pag-ibig
loved one
A person deserving of love.
mamahalin

Slang Meanings

like awesome or cool.
You're great, you're really istanum!
Ang galing mo, istanum ka talaga!
sophisticated or high-class.
Because of his stuff, he seems istanum!
Dahil sa mga gamit niya, para siyang istanum!
stylish or cool style.
Your outfit is so istanum!
Ang outfit mo, ang istanum!