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    Iligaw (en. Woo)

    /ilɪɡaw/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of occasionally showing love or signs of interest in someone, usually with the aim of winning their heart.
    He started to woo her by sending simple letters and flowers.
    Nagsimula siyang iligaw sa kanya sa pamamagitan ng mga simpleng sulat at bulaklak.
    To negotiate or plead with a person with love or romantic intentions.
    It's not easy to court, but he made an effort for his beloved.
    Hindi madali ang mag-iligaw, ngunit nag-effort siya para sa kanyang nililigawan.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Start courting!
    Acknowledge your feelings and start building a relationship.
    Mag-iligaw ka na!
    Fell in love while courting.
    A person gradually falls in love while trying to establish a romantic relationship.
    Nahulog ang loob sa kanya habang nag-iiligaw.

    Related Words

    courting
    The effort to express romantic feelings towards someone.
    ligaw
    dating
    The act of showing interest in others, often related to romantic intentions.
    pamimigay

    Slang Meanings

    To show interest in someone in a romantic way.
    He's courting Maria now; they're always together.
    Nag-iiligaw na siya kay Maria, palagi na silang magkasama.
    To be sweet or affectionate towards someone.
    He can't hold back anymore; he's starting to be sweet to his crush.
    Di na makapagpigil, nag-iiligaw na siya sa crush niya.
    To get to know or talk to someone to establish a relationship.
    I hope their courtship goes well.
    Sana maging mabuti ang kanilang pag-iiligaw.