Mahika (en. Magic)

mah-hee-kah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of art or science that aims to create things that cannot happen through ordinary means.
Magic has long been a part of the culture of many countries.
Ang mahika ay matagal nang bahagi ng kultura ng maraming bansa.
Mysterious power or ability that allows a person to change things or events.
People believe in the magic of the healers in their community.
Naniniwala ang mga tao sa mahika ng mga albularyo sa kanilang komunidad.
Sometimes refers to the extraordinary skill or ability of a person that seems unbelievable.
Her magic in dancing amazed everyone who watched.
Ang kanyang mahika sa pagsasayaw ay humanga sa lahat ng nanood.

Etymology

Focuses on the word 'mahika' which encompasses meanings related to the mystical and sorcery.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the magic of love
The special feeling and experience brought about by love.
ang mahika ng pag-ibig
magic of nature
The beauty and extraordinary aspects of nature that seem mystical.
mahika ng kalikasan

Related Words

mysterious
Often used to describe things that are unexplainable or full of meaning.
mahiwaga
superstition
Beliefs or traditions related to magic or the supernatural.
pamahiin

Slang Meanings

Power or skill that seems like magic.
Wow, your magic in dancing is like you're a fairy!
Grabe, ang mahika mo sa pagsasayaw, parang engkanto ka!
Saying things that are captivating or enchanting.
The magic of your words awakens emotions.
Ang mahika ng mga salita mo ay nakakagising ng damdamin.
Because it's very cool or amazing.
His new cellphone is like magic, it's beautiful!
Ang bagong cellphone niya ay parang may mahika, ang ganda!