Suplahan (en. To supply)

/suˈpla.han/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of providing the necessary supply.
The supply of water is crucial in this area.
Mahalaga ang suplahan ng tubig sa lugar na ito.
The act of doing something that others need.
We must supply the needs of the students.
Dapat nating suplahan ang mga pangangailangan ng mga mag-aaral.
Adding the necessary items.
Supply my office supplies.
Suplahan mo ang mga gamit ko sa opisina.

Etymology

from the word 'supla' meaning 'to give' or 'to support'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

supply properly
to provide adequate and proper support or assistance
suplahan nang maayos
supply the needs
to provide what is necessary
suplahan ang pangangailangan

Related Words

supply
The items that are provided or needed.
suplay
help
Providing support or assistance.
tulong

Slang Meanings

very serious or seemingly angry
Why does Mark seem so aloof? He has such a heavy vibe.
Bakit parang suplado si Mark? Ang bigat ng dating niya.
showing off, almost boastful
I don't like snobs; they're too showy.
Ayaw ko sa mga suplado, masyadong pabibo eh.
hard to approach or talk to
Do you think it's easy to talk to him? He seems so unapproachable.
Tingin mo ba madali siyang kausapin? Parang suplahan eh.