Pagganyak (en. Motivation)
/paɡˈɡaɲak/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The process of encouraging or prompting someone to act or do something.
We need motivation to continue with our goals.
Kailangan natin ng pagganyak upang magpatuloy sa ating mga layunin.
The thing or reason that inspires or drives someone to strive.
His family is his motivation in life.
Ang kanyang pamilya ang kanyang pagganyak sa buhay.
A form of effort that encourages action or decision.
We need the right motivation to make our project effective.
Kailangan natin ng tamang pagganyak upang maging epektibo ang ating proyekto.
Etymology
Root word: 'ganyak' meaning 'to entice' or 'to urge'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
inner motivation
The self-encouragement to take positive steps.
pagganyak ng loob
motivation at work
Providing inspiration or reasons to be more productive at work.
pagganyak sa trabaho
Related Words
incentive
A reward or benefit that provides additional motivation to achieve goals.
insentibo
diligent
A person full of determination and effort in their tasks.
masigasig
Slang Meanings
motivation, push
We need some motivation to finish this project!
Kailangan natin ng pagganyak para matapos ang project na ito!
inspiration, drive
The new movies inspire me to study.
Ang bagong movies ang nagbibigay ng pagganyak sa akin para mag-aral.
urge, encouragement
I hope there’s some encouragement that the youth will get from the workshops.
Sana may pagganyak na makuha ang mga kabataan sa mga workshops.