Pilantropo (en. Philanthropist)

pi-lan-tro-po

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who contributes time, money, or skills for the welfare of others.
He is a well-known philanthropist who donates large amounts to schools.
Siya ay isang kilalang pilantropo na nagbibigay ng malaking donasyon sa mga paaralan.
A person who has compassion and advocates for projects that benefit humanity.
Many philanthropists work with charitable organizations.
Maraming pilantropo ang nagtatrabaho sa mga charitable organizations.
A person who wishes to improve the conditions of people and society.
Philanthropists help in the development of communities.
Ang mga pilantropo ay tumutulong sa pag-unlad ng mga komunidad.

Etymology

from Greek 'philanthrōpos' meaning 'fond of mankind'

Common Phrases and Expressions

philanthropist's activities
activities undertaken by a philanthropist for the welfare of people
mga gawain ng pilantropo

Related Words

helping
The action of providing support or assistance to others.
pagtulong
donation
An amount of money or items given for a purpose.
donasyon

Slang Meanings

Rich person who loves to give or help others
He is the richest philanthropist in the country, always with a new project for the poor.
Siya ang pinakamayamang pilantropo sa bansa, lagi siyang may bagong proyekto para sa mga mahihirap.
Someone who cares or shows compassion for others
Even if he isn't rich, he has the heart of a philanthropist, always helping those in need.
Kahit hindi siya mayaman, pilantropo naman ang puso niya, laging tumutulong sa mga nangangailangan.