Kalumismis (en. Alluring charm)

/ka.lu.mis.mis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A quality or state of being attractive and engaging.
Her smiles have an alluring charm that brightens the surroundings.
Ang kanyang mga ngiti ay may kalumismis na nagpapasigla sa paligid.
A term referring to an attractive allure that colors the experience.
The flowers possess an alluring charm that attracts passersby.
Ang mga bulaklak ay may kalumismis na nakakaakit sa mga passerby.

Etymology

from the root 'lumi' meaning 'moss' or 'to create an alluring memory'

Common Phrases and Expressions

has allure
contains an attractive characteristic
may kalumismis

Related Words

attraction
An object or characteristic that invites and draws attention.
pang-akit
create
The process of making or forming something, including emotional effects.
lumikha

Slang Meanings

envy-inducing
Wow, Jessa's new car is just so beautiful, it's really kalumismis!
Grabe, ang ganda ng bagong kotse ni Jessa, kalumismis talaga!
can make anyone soft-hearted
Oh my, that puppy is so cute, kalumismis, it'll make anyone soft-hearted!
Hala, sobrang cute ng puppy na 'yan, kalumismis, mapapaamo ka!
food and fun overload
Seriously, Rina's birthday party was so much fun, kalumismis, there was so much delicious food!
Seryoso, ang saya ng birthday party ni Rina, kalumismis, ang daming masarap na pagkain!