Patron (en. Patrono)

/ˈpeɪ.trən/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who provides support or assistance, usually through financial funding.
The patron of the arts has provided funds for local artists.
Ang patron ng sining ay nakapagbigay ng mga pondo para sa mga lokal na artista.
A person who frequents a business or service, such as restaurants and shops.
Many patrons visited the newly opened restaurant in town.
Maraming patron ang bumisita sa bagong bukas na restawran sa bayan.
A person who gives protection or support to a person or group.
He is the patron of patriots in his community.
Siya ang patron ng mga makabayan sa kanyang komunidad.

Etymology

Latin 'patronus', meaning 'defender' or 'guardian'

Common Phrases and Expressions

become a patron
to become a supporter or benefactor
maging patron
patron of the arts
a person who aids artists
patron ng sining

Related Words

patronage
The support or aid provided by a patron, often in the form of financial funding.
patronage

Slang Meanings

Client or regular customer who always buys.
That person is like a patron, always there to buy new products.
Parang patron na yun, lagi na lang nandiyan para bumili ng mga bagong produkto.
Supporter or advocate.
That patron is so kind, always helping local artists.
Sobrang bait ng patron na yun, lagi siyang tumutulong sa mga lokal na artista.