Mapagmapuri (en. Praising)

/ma.paɡ.mapu.ri/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Able to praise or give compliments.
He is praising towards his friends for their accomplishments.
Siya ay mapagmapuri sa kanyang mga kaibigan sa kanilang mga ginawa.
Demonstrates a character of giving praise or gratitude.
A praising person always appreciates the contributions of others.
Ang mapagmapuri na tao ay laging nagpapahalaga sa kontribusyon ng iba.

Etymology

Formed from the root words 'mapag' and 'mapuri' meaning having the ability or nature to praise.

Common Phrases and Expressions

self-praising
Having a high regard for one's own abilities.
mapagmapuri sa sarili

Related Words

to praise
Importance of giving praise or recognition.
mapuri

Slang Meanings

too boastful
Anna is so fierce, she always seems too boastful about her achievements.
Ang taray ni Anna, parang lagi siyang mapagmapuri sa mga achievements niya.
arrogant
Don't mind Marco, his style is just arrogant.
Huwag mong pansinin si Marco, basta mapagmapuri ang estilo niya.
proud
I feel like Liza is just proud because she accomplishes a lot of great things.
Feeling ko, mapagmapuri lang si Liza kasi ang dami niyang nagagawang maganda.