Katulong (en. Helper)
ka-tu-long
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who helps or provides service to others.
The helper takes care of the children while their parents are away.
Ang katulong ay nag-aalaga sa mga bata habang wala ang kanilang mga magulang.
A person hired for household chores.
They have a helper at home for household chores.
May katulong sila sa bahay para sa mga gawaing bahay.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'tulong' which means to provide support or help.
Common Phrases and Expressions
household helper
A person who assists with household chores.
katulong sa bahay
work assistant
A person who helps with office or work tasks.
katulong sa trabaho
Related Words
help
The action of providing support or aid to others.
tulong
housekeeper
A person hired to take care of and manage household chores.
katulong bahay
Slang Meanings
friend helper
She is my friend helper at home, we always get along.
Siya ang aking kaibigang katulong sa bahay, lagi kaming nagkakasundo.
household helper
Our household helper is very good at cooking.
Ang kasambahay namin ay napakahusay magluto.
helpful friend (in a home context)
My helpful friend at home feels like a sibling to me.
Ang kuyakoy ko sa bahay ay parang kapatid ko na.
sidekick
She’s just like my sidekick in household chores.
Parang sidekick ko lang siya sa mga gawaing bahay.