Pagkausyoso (en. Curiosity)
pag-ka-usyoso
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of being curious or inquisitive.
Curiosity can often be seen as natural in children.
Ang pagkausyoso ay makikitang natural sa mga bata.
A desire to learn more about something.
The curiosity of scientists leads to significant advancements in knowledge.
Ang pagkausyoso ng mga siyentipiko ay nagdudulot ng malaking pagsulong sa kaalaman.
A trait of people who are always questioning and investigating.
His curiosity drives him to read many books.
Ang kanyang pagkausyoso ay nagtutulak sa kanya na magbasa ng maraming aklat.
Etymology
from the root 'usyoso' meaning 'curious' or 'inquisitive'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Curiosity of children
the natural interest and desire of children to learn and discover new things.
Pagkausyoso ng mga bata
Related Words
nosy person
A person who likes to meddle or inquire.
usisero
inquisitiveness
The trait of being curious or always asking questions.
inquisitiveness
Slang Meanings
to snoop or meddle in other people's lives
I wish he wouldn't be so nosy about me; it seems like he has worse things to deal with.
Sana hindi na lang siya ganun pagkausyoso sa akin, parang may mas malala pa siyang kailangan asikasuhin.
too interested or curious
Wow, he's so nosy about the latest gossip in the neighborhood!
Grabe, ang pagkausyoso niya sa latest chismis ng barangay!