subi
subì with stress marks
to save money for the future
Usage Note
Subi is a native Tagalog verb meaning to set aside or save money, goods, or resources for future use. It aligns closely with the cultural value of ipon (savings) and is used in household and personal finance conversations.
Examples
" Nagsubi ako para sa bakasyon. "
Natural Translation
I saved up for a vacation.
Literal Translation
Saved I for the vacation.
" Mayroon siyang subi para sa kinabukasan. "
Natural Translation
He/she has saved money for the future.
Literal Translation
Has he/she saved money for future.
" Bawat sahod, may bahagi siyang isinusubi para sa pag-aaral ng kanyang mga anak sa kolehiyo balang araw. "
Natural Translation
Every payday, she sets aside a portion to save for her children's college education someday.
Literal Translation
Every salary, has portion she saving for the studying of her children in college someday.
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