Nakatutuya (en. Teasing)

/na-ka-tu-tu-ya/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Gives an impression of being funny or charming that leads to teasing.
His behavior is really endearing, so friends couldn't help but tease him.
Ang kanyang asal ay talagang nakatutuwang, kaya't hindi nakapagpigil ang mga kaibigan na magpatawa sa kanya.
Indicates the ability to bring joy or pleasure to others.
His amusing story captured everyone's attention in the room.
Ang kanyang nakatutuwang kwento ay pumukaw sa atensyon ng lahat sa silid.

Etymology

From the root word 'tutuya' meaning teasing or mocking.

Common Phrases and Expressions

teasing smile
A smile that brings joy or teasing.
nakatutuya na ngiti

Related Words

teasing
The act of teasing usually based on the amusing traits of a person.
pangaasar

Slang Meanings

Amusing or funny.
Mark's joke is so amusing!
Yung joke ni Mark, ang nakatutuya, eh!
Funny despite the difficulty, almost crazy.
There's so many people in the mall, the situation is funny!
Ang daming tao sa mall, nakatutuya ang sitwasyon!
A fair or event full of fun activities worth joining.
Wow, the fair is so fun, it's truly enjoyable!
Grabe, ang saya ng fair, talagang nakatutuya!