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    Manligaw (en. To court)

    /man-li-gaw/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of participating in a love process or conversation to gain someone's attention.
    He decided to court his neighbor by joining in activities.
    Nagdesisyon siyang manligaw sa kanyang kabaranggay sa pamamagitan ng pagsasama sa mga aktibidad.
    The act of showing understanding, care, and love to someone.
    He often brings flowers when he courts a girl.
    Madalas siyang magbigay ng bulaklak kapag siya'y manliligaw.
    A traditional way of expressing feelings and intentions of marriage.
    In their culture, a good way of courting is very important.
    Sa kanilang kultura, mahalaga ang magandang paraan ng manligaw.

    Etymology

    From the word 'ligaw' which means to court.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Start courting already!
    A request to encourage someone to begin the courting process.
    Manligaw ka na!

    Related Words

    courtship
    The act of courting.
    ligaw
    love
    A deeper feeling of affection for someone.
    pag-ibig

    Slang Meanings

    to date
    Come on, just date already; you're always rushing outside.
    Ano ba, parang manligaw ka na lang, laging nagmamadali sa labas.
    to court
    He's so sweet, it seems like he's really ready to court.
    Napaka-sweet niya, parang gusto na talagang mangligaw.
    someone who chases
    You know that 'chaser'? Maybe that's why he's courting you!
    Alam mo yung taga-habol? Baka kaya siya manligaw sa iyo!