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    Akitin (en. To attract)

    a-ki-tin

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action that means to draw or attract attention.
    His smile can attract anyone.
    Ang kanyang ngiti ay kayang akitin ang sinumang tao.
    The act of attracting or gaining interest from others.
    He needs to attract customers to grow his business.
    Kailangan niyang akitin ang mga mamimili upang lumago ang kanyang negosyo.
    Cause interest or admiration from one or more people.
    Through her artworks, she attracts many viewers.
    Sa kanyang mga sining, nakakaakit siya ng maraming tagapanood.

    Etymology

    The word 'akitin' is derived from the root 'akit' meaning 'to attract' or 'to entice'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    attract the heart
    To attract or entice a friend or lover.
    akitin ang puso
    attract the guests
    To create things or strategies to entice guests.
    akitin ang mga bisita

    Related Words

    attraction
    The act of attracting or capturing attention.
    akit
    captivated
    The feeling of being attracted or fascinated.
    mabighani

    Slang Meanings

    to entice or spark interest
    You're really good at charming Jane, you're so cute with your pick-up lines!
    Ang galing mo talagang akitin si Jane, napaka-cute mo sa mga banat mo!
    a charm or attraction made to catch attention
    Wow, your outfit is great! You're really catching everyone's attention!
    Aba, ang galing ng outfit mo! Talagang akit ka sa lahat!
    to charm or hit in the heart
    Wow, you should entice her, you have chemistry!
    Grabe, akitin mo siya, may chemistry na kayo!