Latian (en. Nourish)

la-ti-an

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of feeding a person or animal to maintain health.
Nourishment is essential for children's growth.
Ang latian ay mahalaga para sa paglaki ng mga bata.
Emotional and physical support.
Nurturing in the family brings joy.
Ang latian sa pamilya ay nagdudulot ng saya.
verb
The action of feeding or caring.
We need to nourish the plants in the garden.
Kailangan nating latian ang mga halaman sa hardin.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'lat', meaning 'water'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

nourish oneself
Take care of one's own health and emotions.
latian ang sarili

Related Words

pet
A person or animal that is cared for.
alaga
care
The process of providing care or nurturing.
pag-aalaga

Slang Meanings

Second chance
I'm giving love another shot, I hope I can be happy this time.
Latian na ako ulit sa pag-ibig, sana naman maging masaya na ako.
Self-confidence
You've got this, you can do it!
Latian ka, kaya mo yan!
Going back to the way things were
We went back to the way we were, it's like nothing happened.
Naglatian na kami, parang wala na ring nangyari.