Engganyo (en. Encouragement)
/ɛnˈɡaɲo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A supporter that provides strength or inspiration.
The encouragement from his teacher motivated him to study hard.
Ang engganyo ng kanyang guro ay nagtulak sa kanya na mag-aral ng mabuti.
Supporting or helping people to achieve their goals.
Their teamwork is a good encouragement to achieve success.
Ang kanilang pagtutulungan ay isang magandang engganyo upang makamit ang tagumpay.
A point or message that inspires or brings joy.
The encouragement he gave brought joy to everyone.
Ang engganyo na binigay niya ay nagdulot ng saya sa lahat.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to give encouragement
to provide strength or inspiration
magbigay ng engganyo
needs encouragement
needs moral support
kailangan ng engganyo
Related Words
persuasion
An action aimed at encouraging someone to do or act.
panghihikayat
motivation
The driving force or reason why a person performs an action.
motibasyon
Slang Meanings
Encouragement or urging someone to do something.
Just encourage him to go, it would be a waste if he doesn't.
Engganyo mo na lang siya para pumunta, sayang naman kung hindi.
Inviting or beckoning with a promise of fun.
Ask him, he might be tempted to join our party!
Magtanong ka na, baka maengganyo siya sa party natin!
Encouragement that includes bait or a promise.
There's a big chance he'll be persuaded if we have freebies.
Malaki ang chance na maengganyo siya kung mayroon tayong freebies.