Magngitian (en. To smile at each other)
maɡnɡiˈtjan
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb referring to the act of smiling at each other.
While chatting, they smiled at each other cheerfully.
Habang nagkukwentuhan, sila'y magngitian ng masigla.
The act of smiling as a response or kindness to others.
In front of the children, she smiled to bring joy.
Sa harap ng mga bata, siya'y magngitian upang magbigay ng saya.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'ngiti' meaning 'smile' with the prefix 'mag-'
Common Phrases and Expressions
let's smile at each other
An invitation to share smiles with each other.
magngitian tayo
Related Words
smile
The expression of happiness or mild pleasure on the face.
ngiti
to smile at
A verb referring to displaying a smile.
ngitiin
Slang Meanings
To smile or curl one's lips as a response to a happy situation.
I was so happy when I saw her, we just smiled at each other.
Sobrang saya ko nang nakita ko siya, nagngitian lang kami.
To exchange smiles as a gesture of encouragement or greeting.
Let's smile at each other during the game later, it's like boosting each other's spirits.
Magngitian tayo sa laban mamaya, parang nagpapalakas ng loob.