Maganyo (en. To be tender)

/maˈgaɲo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to provide care or love to another person.
He needs to tender his children so they grow up well.
Kailangan niyang maganyo sa kanyang mga anak upang sila ay lumaki ng maayos.
The act of showing concern for others.
He often tends to the people around him.
Madalas siyang maganyo sa mga tao sa kanyang paligid.
Caring for or taking care of others.
We should tend to the elderly to ensure they are cared for.
Dapat tayong maganyo sa mga matatanda upang sila ay mapangalagaan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to tender time
To give time and attention to someone.
maganyag ng panahon
to tender with heart
To provide true love and care to someone.
maganyo ng pusong

Related Words

ganyo
The root word meaning care or tending.
ganyo
maalaga
An adjective describing a person who is caring and nurturing.
maalaga

Slang Meanings

to be lively or entertaining
The party was so fun because there were a lot of lively people!
Ang saya ng party kasi ang dami nilang maganyong tao!
to be cool or chill about something
Don't worry, just chill in this situation!
Huwag kang mag-alala, maganyong ka lang sa situation na 'to!
to be creative or artistic
Even if we have a lot to do, let's still be creative in this project.
Kahit na madami tayong ginagawa, maganyong pa rin tayo sa project na 'to.