Mabainat (en. Tender)
ma-ba-i-nat
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Shows softness or gentleness.
His tender hands brought a sense of comfort.
Ang kanyang mabainat na mga kamay ay naghatid ng pakiramdam ng kapanatagan.
Soft and not hard to the touch.
The bed is tender, so you will sleep well.
Ang higaan ay mabainat, kaya't ikaw ay makakatulog nang maayos.
Characterized by calmness and kindness.
His tender demeanor brightened everyone's day.
Ang kanyang mabainat na asal ay nagpasaya sa lahat ng nandito.
Etymology
Tagalog
Common Phrases and Expressions
tender heart
a heart full of love and compassion
mabainat na puso
Related Words
soft
a characteristic showing sensitivity or causing no pain.
malambot
gentle
because of pleasant characteristics or demeanor.
banayad
Slang Meanings
So many things being said that it’s overwhelming.
He's so mabainat, it feels like he’s saying so many things about my life even though I’m not interested!
Ang mabainat niya, parang ang dami niyang sinasabi tungkol sa buhay ko kahit di naman ako interesado!
Gossiping or overly meddling in others' lives.
The people in the neighborhood are mabainat; they know everything that’s happening.
Mabainat ang mga tao sa Barangay, lahat ng nangyayari alam na nila.