Subuan (en. To feed)

/su'bu.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The word 'subuan' is a verb that refers to the act of feeding with a little or small portion.
Feed the child a little rice to whet his appetite.
Subuan mo ang bata ng kanin para magkasalubong ang kanyang gana.
A form of active behavior with the intent to feed.
Feed him some fruit before he leaves.
Subuan mo siya ng prutas bago siya umalis.

Etymology

From the root word 'subo' meaning to feed with a small portion.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Feeding by parents
Feeding done by parents to their children.
Subuan ng mga magulang

Related Words

bite
The act of putting food into the mouth.
subo

Slang Meanings

just chill
No problem, let's just chill later.
Walang problema, subuan tayo mamaya.
okay, let's go
Let's just go for it, come on!
Subuan na natin 'yan, tara na!
no rush
Let's just take our time, no rush.
Subuan lang, walang pagmamadali.