Sustansya (en. Nutrient)
sus-tan-sya
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Substance needed by the body for growth and maintenance of health.
Fruits and vegetables are full of nutrients.
Ang mga prutas at gulay ay puno ng mga sustansya.
Importance or value of something or state.
The nutrients of materials are important in making chemical products.
Mahalaga ang sustansya ng mga materyales sa paggawa ng mga produktong kemikal.
Substance that provides energy or sustenance.
Athletes need adequate nutrients for optimal performance.
Kailangan ng mga atleta ang sapat na sustansya para sa mahusay na performance.
Etymology
from the Spanish word 'sustancia'
Common Phrases and Expressions
nutrients in food
Nutrients found in food.
sustansya ng pagkain
lacking nutrients
Not enough required nutrients in the body.
kulang sa sustansya
Related Words
nutrition
Study of the relationship between food and health.
nutrisyon
sustenance
Support or provision of necessary things for welfare or life.
sustento
Slang Meanings
Rich (full of nutrients)
This food is really rich, full of nutrients!
Ang pagkain na 'to ay talagang timplado, punong-puno ng sustansya!
Life (providing energy and strength)
We need foods with life to be energetic.
Kailangan natin ng mga pagkain na may buhay para maging energetic tayo.
Nutritious (nutrient-rich)
Nutritious foods are good for health.
Maganda ang mga masustansyang pagkain para sa kalusugan.
Substantial (value in nutrition)
This food is substantial, so it shouldn't be overlooked.
Sustansiyal ang pagkain na ito, kaya hindi siya dapat ipagsawalang-bahala.
Loaded (very nutritious or many nutrients)
This smoothie is loaded with vitamins!
Kargado ng vitamins ang smoothie na ito!