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    Inggitan (en. Envy)

    /iŋˈɡi.tan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The feeling of desire or discontent at another's success.
    He felt envy towards his friend who got a new car.
    Nakaramdam siya ng inggitan sa kanyang kaibigan na nakakuha ng bagong kotse.
    An emotion that may lead to anger, resentment, or jealousy.
    Envy can lead to a breakdown in friendships.
    Ang inggitan ay maaaring humantong sa hindi pagkakaibigan.
    A negative emotion that resonates in a person's heart and mind.
    Envy teaches us about our own shortcomings.
    Ang inggitan ay nagtuturo sa atin ng pagkukulang sa sarili.

    Etymology

    From the word 'envy'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Causing envy
    Having envy towards another's success.
    Maging sanhi ng inggitan

    Related Words

    envy
    The feeling of wanting to have things that others possess.
    inggit

    Slang Meanings

    encouragement or jealousy towards someone
    It seems like there's only jealousy among the group of friends, they're always comparing.
    Parang inggitan na lang ang meron sa grupo ng mga kaibigan, palagi silang nagkukumpara.
    teasing that causes jealousy
    Every time she posts on social media, it's immediately jealousy, her vacation looks amazing!
    Kada post niya sa social media, inggitan na agad, ang ganda ng bakasyon niya!