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    Sustinihan (en. Maintain)

    /sus.ti.ni.han/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action or activity of maintaining a condition.
    It is important to maintain a good relationship with family.
    Kailangang sustinihan ang magandang relasyon sa pamilya.
    The act of supporting or providing for something.
    He maintained his studies by obtaining scholarships.
    Sustinihan niya ang kanyang mga pag-aaral sa pamamagitan ng pagkuha ng mga scholarship.

    Etymology

    Tagalog term derived from 'sustinere' meaning 'to maintain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    maintain cleanliness
    Keep the environment clean.
    sustinihan ang kalinisan
    maintain reputation
    Keep a good name or image.
    sustinihan ang reputasyon

    Related Words

    sustenance
    The process of maintaining or preserving something.
    sustinasyon

    Slang Meanings

    supplier or provider
    He is the supplier of all the party supplies here in the barangay.
    Siya ang sustinihan ng lahat ng mga party supplies dito sa barangay.
    lack or deficiency in something
    My sustenance in life is just full of debts.
    Ang sustinihan ng buhay ko ay puro utang lang.
    close support or assistance
    The sustenance of our friendship is each other.
    Ang sustinihan ng barkadahan namin ay ang isa't isa.