Masayahan (en. Cheerful)

/ma.sa.ja.han/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Indicates the state of enjoyment or amusement.
The children are cheerful in their play.
Ang mga bata ay masayahan sa kanilang laro.
Shows positive feelings or joy.
She has a cheerful personality that attracts everyone.
Siya ay may masayahang personalidad na umaakit sa lahat.

Etymology

From the word 'masaya' which means cheerful or happy, followed by the suffix '-han' which connects it to the idea of a state or environment.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cheerful company
Joy brought by being together.
masayahang pagsasama
cheerful occasion
An event or celebration filled with joy.
masayahang okasyon

Related Words

joy
The feeling of happiness or being cheerful.
kasiyahan
delight
The feeling of enjoyment or happiness.
aliw

Slang Meanings

happy and carefree
We're just having so much fun here at the party!
Ang saya saya lang natin dito sa party!
lively or full of life
Our cheerful brother always has a smile.
Ang masayahan na si Kuya ay laging may ngiti.
good vibes
Our trip to the beach was so full of good vibes!
Sobrang masayahan ng trip natin sa beach!