Ngisihan (en. Smile)

/ŋɪsiˈhan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of expressing happiness or joy through smiling.
The children's smiling brought joy to everyone.
Ang ngisihan ng mga bata ay nagbigay saya sa lahat.
verb
The action of smiling.
He smiled with a grin on his face.
Ngumiti siya nang may ngisihan sa kanyang mukha.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'ngisi' which means showing teeth or smiling.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Smile of success
A smile that expresses success or goodness.
Ngiti ng tagumpay

Related Words

smile
The display of teeth as a sign of happiness.
ngiti

Slang Meanings

acting cute
Your smile is like you want to flirt with your crush!
Ang ngisihan mo parang gusto mo nang makipag-flirt sa crush mo!
serious about showing a pretty smile
You're seriously smiling in front of the camera, like an artist!
Seryoso kang ngisihan sa harap ng camera, para bang artista!
excited or inspired
She really smiled excitedly when she saw her new shoes!
Talagang ngisihan siya nang makita ang new shoes niya!