sandigan
sandigán with stress marks
foundation; something to depend on
Usage Note
Sandigan, derived from sandal (to lean), means both a physical support and a figurative foundation or reliable person. It is most widely known as part of Sandiganbayan, the Philippine anti-graft court. In everyday speech it conveys deep trust — a sandigan is someone you can truly lean on in times of need.
Examples
" Ikaw ang sandigan ko. "
Natural Translation
You are my support.
Literal Translation
You the support my.
" Siya ang sandigan ng pamilya. "
Natural Translation
He/She is the foundation of the family.
Literal Translation
He/She the foundation of family.
" Kahit ilang beses akong nadapa, lagi kong naaalala na may sandigan akong matatakbuhan sa aking mga magulang. "
Natural Translation
No matter how many times I stumbled, I always remember that I have a support to run to in my parents.
Literal Translation
Even how-many times I fell, always I remember that have support I can-run-to in my parents.
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