Makapagpakilig (en. To make someone feel giddy)

ma-ka-pag-pa-ki-lig

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb form that expresses the ability or possibility to cause 'kilig'.
I want to make my beloved feel giddy with a special surprise.
Gusto kong makapagpakilig ng aking sinta sa isang espesyal na surpresa.
Refers to actions that create feelings or emotions in others through romantic gestures.
He is great at making people feel giddy with his cheerful personality.
Siya ay magaling makapagpakilig sa mga tao sa kanyang masayang pagkatao.
The act of doing things that bring happiness or giddiness to someone.
Deliberately making people feel giddy with his stories.
Sinasadyang makapagpakilig ng mga tao sa kanyang mga kwento.

Etymology

The word 'makapagpakilig' comes from the root 'kilig' which means a feeling of excitement or joy brought about by romance or admiration.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make someone feel giddy
to do things that bring joy or excitement to others
makapagpakilig

Related Words

kilig
The feeling of intense joy or excitement caused by romance or admiration.
kilig
romance
A type of love that usually involves romantic gestures or relationships.
romansa

Slang Meanings

to make someone feel giddy or delighted
He really wants to make her feel giddy, that's why he always sends romantic messages.
Gusto niya talagang makapagpakilig, kaya palagi siyang nagbibigay ng mga romantikong mensahe.
to court or flirt
He's being sweet to make his crush feel giddy.
Nagpapaka-sweet siya para makapagpakilig sa crush niya.
to bring joy or entertainment
For him, every date is an opportunity to bring joy.
Para sa kanya, ang bawat date ay pagkakataon para makapagpakilig.