Mapangganyak (en. Attractive)

/ma-pang-gan-yak/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Having the ability to persuade or attract interest.
His attractive personality draws people in.
Ang kanyang mapangganyak na personalidad ay nakakahatak ng mga tao.
Inviting to try or take action.
The colors of the poster are attractive, so many stopped to look at it.
Ang mga kulay ng poster ay mapangganyak kaya't marami ang tumigil para tingnan ito.

Etymology

From the root word 'ganyak' meaning 'to persuade' or 'to lure.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

attractive advocacy
A campaign or action that seeks to persuade others.
mapangganyak na adbokasiya

Related Words

lure
A word that describes the process of attraction or persuasion.
ganyak
persuasion
The presence of strong emotions that can motivate action.
hikbi

Slang Meanings

Appealing or enticing scent or moves
The outfit she's wearing is really alluring, that's why everyone is drawn to her.
Ang suot niyang damit ay talagang mapangganyak, kaya lahat ay natatakaw sa kanya.
Sexy or captivating in a charming way
Her smiles are so enticing that it feels like I'm getting butterflies.
Sobrang mapangganyak ng kanyang mga ngiti, para bang kinikilig ako.