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    Nakahihikayat (en. Persuasive)

    na-ka-hi-hi-kay-at

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    Capable of encouraging or motivating other people.
    His speech encourages many people to participate.
    Ang kanyang talumpati ay nakahihikayat ng maraming tao na makilahok.
    Denotes the ability to bring interest or attention.
    His style of speech is encouraging the audience.
    Ang kanyang istilo ng pagsasalita ay nakahihikayat ng mga tagapakinig.

    Etymology

    from the root word 'hikayat'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    persuasive idea
    an idea or concept that has the ability to persuade or incite others
    nakahihikayat na ideya

    Related Words

    advocacy
    The act of persuading someone to do something.
    hikayat
    attractive
    A quality that shows the ability to appeal or generate interest.
    nakakaakit

    Slang Meanings

    inviting or intriguing
    The new movie is so captivating! It’s really exciting!
    Ang ganda ng bagong pelikula, sobrang nakahihikayat talaga! Nakaka-excite!
    attention-grabbing
    Your outfit is so appealing; I want to match your style!
    Yung outfit mo, nakahihikayat, parang gusto ko rin makisabay sa style mo!
    for those who are into it
    That product is really appealing to gadget lovers!
    Yung product na yan, nakahihikayat sa mga mahilig sa gadgets!