Nakaiinggit (en. Envy-inducing)

/na.ka.iiŋ.ɡit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

It expresses the feeling of envy or resentment towards another's success or condition.

His new car is envy-inducing to his friends who don't have their own vehicle.

Ang kanyang bagong kotse ay nakaiinggit sa mga kaibigan niyang wala pang sariling sasakyan.

It comes from the root word 'inggit', meaning jealousy or desire for others' success.

envy-inducing success

A success that inspires envy in others.

nakaiinggit na tagumpay

jealousy

A feeling of desire for another's success or possessions.

inggit

jealousy

The feeling of fear or anxiety of losing love or attention from someone.

selos

someone who wants to be involved

There are really many people who want to be in the spotlight, jealous of others' success.

Ang dami talagang epal sa mundo, nakaiinggit na sa success ng iba.

says the negative one

Their life is so envy-inducing, like the negative one said, 'It's always them.'

Sobrang nakaiinggit ang buhay nila, parang sabi ng nega, 'Sila naman palagi.'

envy pang

You're really being envious of her post, did you really have to comment that?

Grabe yung panga-inggit mo sa post niya, kailangan mo talagang icomment yun?

couple goals that make you jealous

The couple goals they have are really infuriating.

Nakakainit ng ulo yung nakaiinggit na jowa goals nila.