From root: puhunan
Usage Note
Mamumuhunan is the term used for a person or entity that provides capital for a business or venture.
Examples
" Mamumuhunan siya sa negosyo. "
Natural Translation
He/She is an investor in the business.
Literal Translation
Investor he/she in business.
" Maraming mamumuhunan ang pumasok. "
Natural Translation
Many investors have entered.
Literal Translation
Many investors the entered.
" Naghahanap ang mga bagong kumpanya ng mamumuhunan na handang sumuporta hangga't hindi pa kumikita ang kanilang produkto. "
Natural Translation
The new companies are looking for investors who are willing to support them as long as their product is not yet profitable.
Literal Translation
Searching the new companies of investor who willing to-support as-long-as not yet earning the their product.
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