Maamuyan (en. Fragrant)
/maˈamu.jan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Referring to something that has an appealing smell.
The flowers in the garden are fragrant.
Ang mga bulaklak sa hardin ay maamuyan.
Describing foods that have a fragrant smell.
These dishes are truly fragrant.
Ang mga lutong ito ay talagang maamuyan.
Having a smell that attracts or gives pleasure.
The fragrant perfume makes me happy.
Ang maamuyan na pabango ay nagpapasaya sa akin.
Etymology
from the word 'smell' and the prefix 'ma-', an adjective that refers to the ability to emit a smell.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fragrant flower
A fragrant flower that attracts people.
maamuy na bulaklak
Related Words
fragrant
An adjective meaning having an appealing smell.
mabango
smell
The adjective or noun used to describe the ability to perceive odor.
amoy
Slang Meanings
Always meddling
My friend is always meddling in everything, so I don't rely on him anymore.
Yung kaibigan ko, maamuyan sa lahat ng bagay, kaya di na ako umaasa sa kanya.
Interfering or butting in the conversation
Why are you butting in? We're not talking about you.
Bakit ka maamuyan? Hindi naman tayo nag-uusap tungkol sa'yo.