Sumalig (en. To seek refuge or shelter)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of seeking shelter or protection.
We should seek refuge with our friends in times of crisis.
Dapat tayong sumalig sa ating mga kaibigan sa panahon ng kagipitan.
Having trust in others or a situation.
He relied on his classmates to help him with the project.
Sumalig siya sa mga kaklase niya na tutulungan siya sa proyekto.
The process of depending on the help of other people.
In times of need, it is important to rely on family.
Sa mga oras ng pangangailangan, mahalaga ang sumalig sa pamilya.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

to rely on God
To trust and hope for God's help.
sumalig sa Diyos
to rely on one's surroundings
To ask or depend on the help of people around.
sumalig sa paligid

Related Words

trust
The process of relying or depending on others.
pagsasalig
shelter
A place that provides protection or security.
kanlungan

Slang Meanings

Gather together or accumulate some
Join me for our project!
Sumalig kayo sa akin para sa project natin!
Get in touch or join together
Let's gather at this event, it's more fun if there are many.
Sumalig tayo sa event na 'to, mas masaya 'pag marami.