Lawisin (en. Persuasive)

/laˈwisin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Capable or characteristic of persuading.
His speech is really persuasive, so many people believed him.
Ang kanyang pagsasalita ay talagang lawisin, kaya maraming tao ang naniwala sa kanya.
Convincing or attractive.
His persuasive argument brought him many supporters.
Ang kanyang lawisin na argumento ay nagdala sa kanya ng maraming tagasuporta.
Ability to invite or attract attention.
His presentation was persuasive, inspiring those present.
Ang presentation niya ay lawisin, na nagbigay inspirasyon sa mga naroon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

very persuasive
very convincing or attractive
masyadong lawisin

Related Words

persuasion
The ability to persuade or convince others.
hikbi

Slang Meanings

show-off, attention-seeker or someone who often displays knowledge that gets labeled
Our classmate is a show-off because even when he’s not asked, he always argues.
Yung kaklase namin, lawisin siya kasi kahit hindi siya tinatanong, laging nakikipag-argue.
likes to be seen as an expert or overly lacking in practical knowledge
He might just be showing off, don’t take him too seriously.
Baka lawisin ka lang niyan, huwag mong seryosohin masyado.