Pasangga (en. Support)
/pa-sang-ga/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or thing that serves as support or defender.
He is my supporter in all the battles I face.
Siya ang aking pasangga sa lahat ng laban na aking hinaharap.
A strategy used to achieve success in a situation.
We need support for our plan to succeed.
Kailangan natin ng pasangga para sa ating plano upang magtagumpay.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'sangga' meaning to oppose or resist.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be a supporter
to be support or defender
maging pasangga
Related Words
help
A type of assistance or support that provides strength to a person.
tulong
opposition
The original word related to pasangga, meaning to fight or oppose.
sangga
Slang Meanings
ride or die
No matter what happens, my ride or die is always there.
Kahit anong mangyari, nandiyan lagi ang pasangga ko.
best friend
Of course, he's my best friend in everything.
Siyempre, siya ang pasangga ko sa lahat ng bagay.
partner in crime
He's my partner in all the mischief!
Siya ang pasangga ko sa lahat ng kalokohan!