Kalambakod (en. Support)

/ka-lam-ba-kod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of support or protection that provides stability.

The support of the people in the community gave them strength during the crisis.

Ang kalambakod ng mga tao sa komunidad ay nagbigay ng lakas sa kanila sa panahon ng krisis.

An arrangement or structure surrounding something for security.

The fence of plants around their house ensures their security.

Ang kalambakod ng mga halaman sa paligid ng kanilang bahay ay tinitiyak ang kanilang seguridad.

Filipino word formed from 'kalam' (strong, powerful) and 'bakod' (fence)

family support

Support and protection from the family.

kalambakod ng pamilya

community support

Collective protection and support from community members.

kalambakod ng komunidad

care

The act of protecting or caring for a person or thing.

pangalaga

aid

Help given to those in need.

tulong

Fighting over a person or thing.

They're kalambakod over his heart, not knowing who to choose.

Kalambakod sila sa kanyang puso, hindi malaman kung sino ang pipiliin.

Confusion or anger in a situation.

They're in such kalambakod now, fighting over trivial matters.

Sobrang kalambakod na sa kanila, nag-aaway na sila dahil sa maliit na bagay.

Exchange of words or comments that turns hostile.

They used to be friends, but now they are kalambakod.

Dati silang magkaibigan, pero ngayon ay kalambakod na sila.