Pagsaligan (en. Dependable)

/pagsaˈligan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
It refers to something or someone that can be relied upon.
He is a great support during times of crisis.
Siya ay isang mahusay na pagsaligan sa mga panahon ng krisis.
It describes a basis of trust or support.
We need a foundation for our project.
Kailangan natin ng pagsaligan sa ating proyekto.

Etymology

of reliance, meaning 'basis' or 'foundation'

Common Phrases and Expressions

family's support
A person that relatives can rely on.
pagsaligan ng pamilya

Related Words

foundation
The acknowledgment that we can rely on something.
asaligan

Slang Meanings

trustworthy
Juan is a person you can rely on at all times.
Si Juan ay isang taong mapasasaligan sa lahat ng pagkakataon.
key to success
Everyone's trust in each other is the key to the group's success.
Ang pagsaligan ng bawat isa ay susi ng tagumpay ng grupo.
promise
Trust is like a promise that shouldn't be broken.
Ang pagsaligan ay parang pangako na hindi dapat bawiin.
backer
I need you as a backer for this project of mine.
Kailangan kita bilang backer sa proyekto kong ito.