Magkagustuhan (en. Mutual attraction)
/maɡkaɡusˈtuːhan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The presence of liking or sympathy for each other.
They have a mutual attraction that seems undeniable.
Sila ay mayroong magkagustuhan na tila hindi maitatago.
A situation where two people have the same feelings for each other.
Their mutual feelings began on their first meeting.
Ang pagkagustuhan nilang dalawa ay nag-umpisa sa kanilang unang pagkikita.
Etymology
Root word: 'gusto' meaning 'desire' or 'love'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
having feelings for
meaning there is a desire or feelings for each other.
may pagkagustuhan
Related Words
love
A deeper feeling of love or affection.
pag-ibig
Slang Meanings
starting of joy or romance
Wow, their chemistry is amazing, it seems like they really like each other!
Naku, ang galing ng chemistry nila, mukhang magkagustuhan na talaga sila!
to fall or be attracted to each other
They're so sweet, it's like they're ready to like each other.
Sobrang sweet nila, parang ready na silang magkagustuhan.
friendship turning into romance
Before, we were just friends, but now it seems like we're starting to like each other.
Dati, tropa lang kami, pero ngayon parang magkagustuhan na kami.