Pagkahilig (en. Inclination)

/pag-ka-hil-ig/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An inclination or preference for something.
His inclination towards music became the basis of his career.
Ang kanyang pagkahilig sa musika ay naging batayan ng kanyang karera.
The existence of interest or passion in a particular field.
She has an inclination towards art and often visits galleries.
May pagkahilig siya sa sining at madalas siyang pumunta sa mga galeriya.
Having a desire or fondness for an activity or thing.
His inclination towards reading helped in his academic development.
Ang pagkahilig niya sa pagbabasa ay nakatulong sa kanyang pag-unlad sa akademya.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has an inclination towards
shows interest or fondness for a particular thing.
may pagkahilig sa
inclination towards art
interest or love for art.
pagkahilig sa sining

Related Words

inclination
A deep desire or preference for something.
hilig
interest
Fondness or desire for something.
interes

Slang Meanings

being obsessed
He's so obsessed that you would think he's made his hobby of liking anime his job.
Sobrang pagka-obsess akala mo eh, ginagawa na niyang trabaho ang pagkahilig niya sa anime.
strolling
Since she has a penchant for walking, she's always strolling in the park.
Basta may pagkahilig siya sa paglalakad, lagi siyang may pasyal sa park.
proficient
He's become proficient in his passion for cooking; he always has a new dish he's tried!
Bihasa na siya sa pagkahilig niya sa pagluluto, laging may bago siyang dish na sinubukan!