Pagkamausisa (en. Inquisitiveness)

pag-ka-mau-si-sa

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Inquisitiveness is a characteristic or trait of a person with a deep interest in things.
The inquisitiveness of children encourages them to ask questions and learn.
Ang pagkamausisa ng mga bata ay nag-uudyok sa kanila na magtanong at matuto.
It also relates to the desire to know information that is not readily provided.
His inquisitiveness about events around him influenced his perspective.
Ang kanyang pagkamausisa tungkol sa mga kaganapan sa paligid ay nakaimpluwensya sa kanyang pananaw.
Sometimes, inquisitiveness leads to asking difficult questions.
The student's inquisitiveness led her to more advanced topics.
Ang pagkamausisa ng estudyante ay nagdala sa kanya sa mga mas advanced na paksa.

Etymology

root word: 'mausisa' meaning having a thirst for knowledge

Common Phrases and Expressions

A child's inquisitiveness
The natural inquisitiveness of children allows for their learning.
Pagkamausisa ng bata

Related Words

inquisitive
Means having a tendency to ask questions and seek knowledge.
mausisa
interest
A feeling or desire to know or learn about something.
interes

Slang Meanings

curious cat
Why did you ask? You sound like a curious cat!
Bakit ka nagtanong? Parang pagkamausisa ng isang curious cat!
gossipmonger
I don't like gossipmongers, they're too curious!
Ayoko na sa mga chismoso, masyado silang pagkamausisa!
inquisitive person
It's annoying how that person is always asking questions, it's just curiosity.
Nakakainis yung taong nagtatanong-tanong, parang pagkamausisa lang.