Likas nayaman (en. Natural resources)
/likas najaramat/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Resources found in nature that can be used or utilized by humans.
Natural resources such as wood and minerals are essential to the economy.
Ang mga likas nayaman tulad ng kahoy at mineral ay mahalaga sa ekonomiya.
Wealth that is formed through natural processes and not created by humans.
Included in natural resources are water, forests, and land.
Kabilang sa likas nayaman ang mga tubig, gubat, at lupa.
Natural resources provide the needs of humans such as food and shelter.
We must protect our natural resources so that they do not become depleted.
Dapat nating pangalagaan ang ating mga likas nayaman upang hindi maubos ang mga ito.
Etymology
From the word 'likas' which means natural and 'yaman' referring to wealth or resources.
Common Phrases and Expressions
protect natural resources
To promote sustainable development and protect nature.
pangalagaan ang likas nayaman
Related Words
nature
All things outside of humans, including plants, animals, and ecosystems.
kalikasan
conservation
The process of protecting and preserving natural resources.
konserbasyon
Slang Meanings
born wealthy
Jomari's family is so rich that he can afford whatever he wants.
Sobrang likasnayaman ang pamilya ni Jomari, kaya kahit anong trip niya, kayang-kaya.
noble or aristocratic
Noble people are truly born wealthy.
Ang mga maharlikang tao, likasnayaman na talaga.
born rich
It's okay for them to have fun; they're born rich anyway.
Tama lang na magsaya sila; likasnayaman naman sila.