Makaantig (en. Touching)
/makɑːʔɑn.tɪg/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Means capable of evoking emotions.
This movie is really touching for the audience.
Ang pelikulang ito ay talagang makaantig sa puso ng mga manonood.
Refers to experiences that bring feelings of sadness or joy.
There are touching scenes in their history.
May mga makaantig na eksena sa kanilang kasaysayan.
Can be used as a description of arts with emotional impact.
Her artworks are touching and meaningful.
Ang kanya mga sining ay mga makaantig at makabuluhan.
Etymology
from the word 'kaantig' meaning 'capable of feeling or evoking emotions'
Common Phrases and Expressions
touching story
a story that evokes strong emotions.
makaantig na kwento
touching music
music that conveys emotional depth.
makaantig na musika
Related Words
emotion
The state of mind or emotion of a person.
damdamin
story
A narrative that describes events.
kwento
Slang Meanings
Emotional or touching that resonates with a person.
Why does your story feel so touching? It hits me hard.
Bakit parang makaantig ang kwento mo? Parang tinamaan ako eh.
Stirring feelings; inspiring.
That melody is really touching! It's beautiful!
Yung himig na yan, talaga namang makaantig! Ang ganda!