Kabuhungan (en. Livelihood)

/ka.bu.hun.gan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A way or system of earning a living.
Many people rely on farming for their livelihood.
Maraming tao ang umaasa sa pagsasaka para sa kanilang kabuhungan.
The condition of a person having the necessities to live.
Livelihood is important for every family to meet their daily needs.
Mahalaga ang kabuhungan sa bawat pamilya upang matustusan ang kanilang araw-araw na pangangailangan.
Resources used for sustenance.
Local resources are vital for the livelihood of the people in the community.
Ang mga lokal na yaman ay mahalaga sa kabuhungan ng mga tao sa barangay.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to earn a living
The act of seeking a livelihood or means of income.
maghanapbuhay
to farm
A type of livelihood focused on agriculture.
magsaka

Related Words

work
An activity that provides income or livelihood.
trabaho
business
A commercial activity aimed at making a profit.
negosyo

Slang Meanings

quarrel or argument
They had a fight at the corner because of a misunderstanding.
Nagkabuhungan sila sa kanto dahil sa hindi pagkakaintindihan.
mess or commotion
The youths caused a ruckus in the plaza.
Ang mga kabataan ay nagdulot ng kabuhungan sa plaza.