Mapangakit (en. Provocative)

/ma.paŋ.a.kit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Capable of expressing feelings or attracting attention.

Her outfit is provocative; all eyes are on her.

Ang kanyang pananamit ay mapangakit, nakatutok ang lahat ng mata sa kanya.

Provoking or inciting.

Her words are provocative, prompting deeper thought.

Ang kanyang mga salita ay mapangakit, humihimok sa mas malalim na pag-iisip.

Unusual and eye-catching in style or form.

Her dancing style is provocative and unmistakable.

Ang kanyang estilo ng pagsasayaw ay mapangakit at hindi nagkakamali.

From the root word 'akit' with the prefix 'ma-' indicating a quality.

provocative smile

A smile that teases or expresses attractiveness.

mapangakit na ngiti

provocative attire

Clothing that attracts attention or admiration.

mapangakit na pananamit

entice

The process of gaining the interest or attention of others.

akit

teasing

The act of doing something that provokes or prompts others.

pagtukso

So charming, especially when flirting.

Her smile is so beautiful, it's really enticing!

Ang ganda ng ngiti niya, ang mapangakit talaga!

So tempting, always giving off an attraction.

That food is so enticing, I want to eat it right now!

Yung pagkaing yan, sobrang mapangakit, gusto ko nang kumain!

Has appeal, really attracts.

You know, she's the type of person who is enticing even when she’s not doing anything.

Alam mo yun, parang siya yung tao na mapangakit kahit walang ginagawa.