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    Makabihag (en. Captivating)

    /makabiˈhag/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Capable of attracting or capturing attention.
    Her voice is captivating and full of emotion.
    Ang kanyang boses ay makabihag at puno ng damdamin.
    Provides inspiration or attraction.
    This story is captivating and brings smiles to people.
    Ang kwentong ito ay makabihag at nagdadala ng ngiti sa mga tao.
    Attractive to the eye or ear.
    The captivating view left a lasting impression on the visitors.
    Ang makabihag na tanawin ay nag-iwan ng matinding impresyon sa mga bisita.

    Etymology

    From the word 'bihag', meaning 'to capture' or 'to take prisoner', combined with 'maka-' which indicates being in relation to a characteristic.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    captivating beauty
    A beauty that greatly attracts or draws attention.
    makabihag na ganda

    Related Words

    prisoner
    A person taken by another as a sacrifice or as property.
    bihag
    admirer
    A person who has a great admiration or love for something or someone.
    humahanga

    Slang Meanings

    Synonymous with 'captivating', meaning attractive or alluring.
    Your smile is so beautiful, it's like you could captivate hearts!
    Ang ganda ng ngiti mo, parang makabihag ka ng mga puso!
    A slang term referring to someone with an attractive personality or appearance.
    Even in simple clothes, their aura is really captivating.
    Kahit simpleng suot lang, ang dating niya ay talagang makabihag.
    Used to describe things that really capture attention.
    The shows on TV are captivating nowadays; I really watch them every day.
    Makabihag ang mga palabas sa telebisyon ngayon, talagang pinapanood ko araw-araw.