Makumbinsi (en. Convince)

/makum.binsi/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
A verb meaning to persuade someone to do something.
I need to convince him to join us.
Kailangan kong makumbinsi siya na sumama sa atin.
The act of persuading or making an argument to convince others.
He used examples to convince his colleagues.
Gumamit siya ng mga halimbawa upang makumbinsi ang kanyang mga kasamahan.

Etymology

From the word 'kumbinsi' meaning 'to persuade'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Convince everyone
The idea of persuading everyone to follow or join.
Makumbinsi ang lahat

Related Words

persuade
Root word meaning to persuade or strengthen belief in someone else's mind.
kumbinsi

Slang Meanings

Fragrant or delicious in smell.
Her fragrant perfume is attractive to people.
Ang makumbinsi niyang pabango ay nakakaakit ng tao.
A hot or enticing situation.
The enticing party is really fun!
Ang makumbinsi na party ay talagang nakakaaliw!
You won't easily lose interest.
This movie is so captivating, I’m not getting bored.
Sobrang makumbinsi ng pelikulang ito, di ako naiinip.