Makasaya (en. Joyful)
/makasáya/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Means having joy or happiness.
The children are joyful while playing in the park.
Ang mga bata ay makasaya habang naglalaro sa parke.
Bringing or causing joy.
Joyful activities create great memories.
Ang mga makasayang aktibidad ay nagbibigay ng magandang alaala.
Referring to something that brings happiness.
Joyful games are often anticipated by people.
Ang mga makasayang laro ay madalas na inaabangan ng mga tao.
Etymology
from the word "saya" meaning joy or happiness
Common Phrases and Expressions
Life is joyful
Life is full of joy and happiness.
Makasaya ang buhay
Joyful festival
A festival full of joy and activities.
Makasayang kapistahan
Related Words
joy
A state of happiness or delight.
kasiyahan
happiness
A general feeling of joy.
kaligayahan
Slang Meanings
fun or entertaining
The event was great, super fun!
Ang ganda ng event, super makasaya!
socially active or party-goer
Mark is so fun, he's always invited to parties.
Sobrang makasaya si Mark, lagi siyang na-invite sa mga party.
chill or relax
After work, I just want a chill night.
After ng trabaho, gusto lang ng makasaya na night.