Salugsog (en. Nurture)
/sah-loog-sog/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of caring for and fostering something, usually plants or animals.
Nurturing is essential for the growth of plants.
Ang salugsog ay mahalaga sa pag-unlad ng mga halaman.
The condition or state of something growing due to proper care.
The nurture of young animals requires proper nutrition.
Ang salugsog ng mga batang hayop ay nangangailangan ng tamang nutrisyon.
Etymology
Derived from the base word 'sug' meaning to pierce or penetrate, combined with the prefix 'sal'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
nurturing the children
the growth and care of children.
salugsogan ang mga bata
nurturing nature
caring for and maintaining natural resources.
salugsog ng kalikasan
Related Words
to care for
A verb meaning to provide care or support.
alagaan
growth
The process of promoting or developing something.
pagpapalago
Slang Meanings
a unique family or group
Yeah, I’m with them in this group.
Yeah, kasama ko sila sa salugsog nga.
supporters, the people who back each other up
They are my supporters in the business.
Sila yung mga taga-salugsog ko sa business.
a cool group of friends
Our group is so much fun, just like a gang.
Ang saya ng salugsog namin, parang tropa lang.