Ganiri (en. Desire)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A strong feeling of longing for something.
His desire for success inspired him.
Ang kanyang ganiri para sa tagumpay ay nagbigay sa kanya ng inspirasyon.
A wish or intention that is usually purposeful.
He has a desire to get his dream job.
May ganiri siyang makuha ang kanyang pinapangarap na trabaho.
An emotion that prompts a person to act.
His desire for change opened many opportunities.
Ang ganiri niya sa pagbabago ay nagbukas ng maraming oportunidad.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the desire of the heart
The deep longing or desire from the heart.
ang ganiri ng puso
desires in life
The aspirations or ambitions of a person in their life.
ganiri sa buhay

Related Words

hope
A feeling of desire and confidence in positive outcomes.
pag-asa
dream
A deep desire usually associated with aspirations or goals.
pangarap

Slang Meanings

Like this; something like that
Just make the event look like this, just tweak it a bit.
Ganiri na lang ang labas ng event, parikutin mo na.
Alright, let's go
Let’s just do it already, no more holding back!
Ganiri na kaya tayo, 'wag na magpatumpik-tumpik!