Mainaman (en. Pleasant)

mah-ee-nah-mahn

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
A characteristic that indicates goodness, satisfaction, or pleasantness.
The weather is pleasant for a picnic.
Ang panahon ngayon ay mainaman para sa isang piknik.
Provides joy or amusement.
Her smile gives a pleasant feeling.
Ang kanyang ngiti ay nagbibigay ng mainamang pakiramdam.
A desirable or hard-to-understand environment.
This place is suitable for students.
Mainaman ang lugar na ito para sa mga mag-aaral.

Etymology

From the root 'mainam'

Common Phrases and Expressions

pleasant interaction
An interaction that brings satisfaction.
mainam na pakikitungo
pleasant temperature
A temperature that provides a nice feeling.
mainam ang temperatura

Related Words

happy
An emotion that describes joy and happiness.
masaya
satisfaction
A state of enjoyment and pleasure.
kasiyahan

Slang Meanings

It's alright
That's okay, not too much hassle!
Mainaman naman yun, walang masyadong hassle!
Just right
It's just right for my budget.
Mainaman, sakto lang sa budget ko.
Perfect
This place is perfect for hanging out.
Mainaman itong lugar para maghang out.