Mapanuyo (en. Seductive)
/ma.pa.nu.jo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a characteristic describing a thing or person that is alluring or attractive to someone.
Her seductive eyes seemed to urge me to approach her.
Ang kanyang mapanuyong mga mata ay tila nag-uudyok sa akin na lumapit sa kanya.
Indicates the ability to persuade or entice.
This flower has a seductive scent that evokes a desire in everyone to smell it.
Mayroong mapanuyong amoy ang bulaklak na ito na nagdudulot ng pagnanais sa bawat tao na ito'y amuyin.
Etymology
from the word 'panuyo' which means 'attempting to win someone's favor'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
seductive smile
A smile that invites or entices.
mapanuyong ngiti
seductive voice
A voice with the ability to entice or attract people.
mapanuyong boses
Related Words
allurement
A means or characteristic that invites interest or attraction.
pang-akit
seduction
The action or process of alluring someone through charm.
pang-aakit
Slang Meanings
A girl who is flirtatious or loves to flirt.
Don't you want to date Jan, because she always seems flirtatious?
Ayaw mo bang makipag-date kay Jan, kasi mukhang mapanuyo lagi?
Quick to court or pursue romantic interests.
James is really quick to court; he tries to woo everyone.
Si James, mapanuyo talaga; lahat ng tao sinasalihan niyang ligawan.