Usage Note
Nutrisyon is the Tagalog adaptation of the English 'nutrition', used in public health, education, and media. The Philippine government runs active nutrition programs, and 'Nutrisyon Buwan' (Nutrition Month) is observed every July. The term is widely understood by all age groups due to its presence in school health education.
Examples
" Maganda ang nutrisyon ng prutas. "
Natural Translation
Fruit has good nutrition.
Literal Translation
Good the nutrition of fruit.
" Mahalaga ang tamang nutrisyon para sa paglaki ng bata. "
Natural Translation
Proper nutrition is important for a child's growth.
Literal Translation
Important the proper nutrition for growth of child.
" Kung gusto mong manatiling malusog, dapat mong bantayan ang nutrisyon ng iyong pagkain at huwag laging umasa sa mga de-lata. "
Natural Translation
If you want to stay healthy, you should watch the nutrition of your food and not always rely on canned goods.
Literal Translation
If want you stay healthy, should you watch the nutrition of your food and not always rely on canned-goods.
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