Mapasayad (en. To make happy)

/ma.pa.sa.jad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to provide pleasure or happiness to others.
His actions made the children happy.
Ang kanyang mga kilos ay nakapagmapasayad sa mga bata.
An action that brings joy or happiness.
We should strive to make our friends happy.
Dapat tayong magsikap upang mapasayad ang ating mga kaibigan.

Etymology

From the Tagalog word 'pasaya' meaning 'to make happy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

make people happy
to give happiness to people
mapasaya ang mga tao

Related Words

joy
The state of being happy or having joy.
kasiyahan
celebration
The act of celebrating or gathering for joy.
pagsasaya

Slang Meanings

to be part of something
I want to be part of their group; they look like they're having so much fun!
Gusto kong mapasayad sa tropa nila, ang saya-saya!
to grab attention
It seems like she wants to catch my attention with her beauty!
Parang gusto niyang mapasayad ako sa ganda niya!
to join in or to fit in
I hope I can join their dance!
Sana mapasayad ako sa sayawan nila!