Paghikayat (en. Encouragement)

pah-hee-kah-yat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of encouraging a person to do something.
Encouraging young people to study well is an important responsibility.
Ang paghikayat sa mga kabataan na mag-aral nang mabuti ay isang mahalagang responsibilidad.
A type of interaction that aims to influence others' decisions.
In his speeches, he often uses persuasion to achieve his goals.
Sa kanyang mga talumpati, madalas niyang ginagamit ang paghikayat upang makamit ang kanyang layunin.
An action that provides support and appreciation to others.
The encouragement from the family was the main reason for his success.
Ang paghikayat ng pamilya ang naging pangunahing dahilan kaya siya nagtagumpay.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'hikayat' which means encouragement or persuasion.

Common Phrases and Expressions

encouraging people
The process of encouraging many people to join or participate.
paghikayat sa mga tao
encouragement of youth
Helping or empowering youth to become more active.
paghikayat ng kabataan

Related Words

encouragement
The expression of emotion that inspires through feelings.
hikbi
perspective
The view and request for support from others.
pananaw

Slang Meanings

support or influence
We need your encouragement so that more people will join the event.
Kailangan natin ang iyong paghikayat para mas maraming tao ang makasama sa event.
call or invitation
Juan's encouragement to his friends resulted in a big gathering.
Ang paghikayat ni Juan sa mga kaibigan niya ay nagresulta sa malaking salu-salo.
motivation
I need encouragement from you to keep pursuing my dreams.
Kailangan ko ng paghikayat mula sa'yo para magpatuloy sa aking mga pangarap.