Pagnanasa (en. Longing)

/paɡnanasa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A deep desire or aspiration.

His longing to become a doctor is very clear.

Ang kanyang pagnanasa na maging doktor ay lubos na malinaw.

An intense desire to achieve something.

There is a longing in her heart to find true love.

Mayroong pagnanasa sa kanyang puso na makilala ang tunay na pagmamahal.

The essence of longing associated with the desire for action.

His longing to learn a new language opened many opportunities.

Ang pagnanasa niyang matuto ng bagong wika ay nagbigay-daan sa maraming pagkakataon.

Composed of the root word 'nasa' meaning 'to be in a state' and the prefix 'pag-'.

longing in life

The intense desire to achieve dreams in life.

pagnanasa sa buhay

hope

The longing or desire for a better future.

pag-asa

interest

Things that one deeply desires or wants to do.

hilig

Desire or longing to achieve something, often with passion or enthusiasm.

Jessa's desire to become a famous singer is intense; no matter what, she will pursue her dream!

Grabe ang pagnanasa ni Jessa na maging sikat na singer, kahit ano ang gawin niya, tutuloy siya sa kanyang pangarap!

Longing to have a person or thing, which can be romantic or material.

Mark's desire for Sarah is evident in his actions.

Ang pagnanasa ni Mark kay Sarah ay halata sa kanyang mga kilos.

Intention to fulfill a dream or goal.

Liza has a strong desire to finish college even though the situation is difficult.

May pagnanasa si Liza na makapagtapos ng kolehiyo kahit na mahirap ang sitwasyon.