Magkatuwa (en. To delight)
/maɡkaˈtuwːa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of bringing or having joy or delight.
His visit truly delighted the whole family.
Ang kanyang pagdalaw ay talagang magkatuwa sa buong pamilya.
Action that causes happiness or joy.
The gathering of friends expresses delight.
Ang pagsasama-sama ng mga kaibigan ay nagpapahayag ng magkatuwa.
Etymology
From 'mag-' (a prefix indicating an action) and 'katuwa' (a noun meaning joy or delight).
Common Phrases and Expressions
together in joy
Jointly experiencing happiness.
magkatuwang sa saya
Related Words
delight
This is a noun that expresses joy or happiness.
katuwa
happiness
A noun referring to the state of being happy.
kasiyahan
Slang Meanings
So much fun
Wow, everyone was so much fun at the party earlier!
Grabe, sobrang magkatuwa ang mga tao sa party kanina!
So entertaining
That show was so entertaining, I couldn't stop laughing!
Yung palabas na yun, talagang magkatuwa, di ko ma-stop ang tawa!
Full of joy
The kids in the park were full of joy, just laughing!
Ang magkatuwa ng mga bata sa parke, puro tawanan!