Sustentuhan (en. Sustenance)
sus·ten·tu·han
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The action of providing or aiding a person or group for their needs.
The sustenance for the poor is essential for their development.
Ang sustentuhan sa mga mahihirap ay mahalaga para sa kanilang pag-unlad.
A form of support, often financial, for individuals or communities.
The government needs sustainable support for fishermen.
Kailangan ng gobyerno ang sustainable na sustentuhan sa mga mangingisda.
Supplies or products provided for livelihood or sustenance.
Food items are part of the sustenance for children in school.
Ang mga pampagkain ay bahagi ng sustentuhan ng mga bata sa paaralan.
Etymology
derived from the word 'sustento' meaning support or aid.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sustain the family
Providing support and needs to the family.
sustentuhan ang pamilya
support the children
Providing necessary aid for children.
sustentuhan ang mga bata
Related Words
sustenance
Support provided, often in financial form.
sustento
care
The process of providing support and care.
pangangalaga
Slang Meanings
Feed me, I can't do it alone.
Bro, support me buddy. Feed me first!
Bro, susten aing kapwa ko. Pakain muna 'ko!
Needs support, like parental support.
Support my sister, because she can't go back to school.
Susten aing sis ko, kasi hindi siya makabalik sa school.
Help with expenses, living costs.
Let's just support the bills, okay?
Susten na lang natin ang mga bills, okay ba?