Kabalakanan (en. Determination)

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Synonyms

A sibling who's not very close but is important

He's my kabalasakan, like a brother but still there when I need him.

Siya yung kabalasakan ko, parang kapatid na lang pero nandiyan parin siya pag kailangan ko.

A person you can rely on in times of trouble

I'm lucky to have kabalaskas who are there for me through thick and thin.

Swerte ako, may mga kabalasakan akong nandiyan sa hirap at ginhawa.

Someone you're comfortable with even without much conversation

I'm happy you're here, you're just like a kabalasakan.

Masaya ako na nandiyan ka, parang kabalasakan lang.