Palawit (en. Flatter)

pah-lah-wit

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A common tool in speech that indicates kindness or uplifting a person's spirits through beautiful words.

His flattering words inspired the people.

Ang kanyang mga palawit ay nagbigay ng inspirasyon sa mga tao.

verb

The act of saying nice or admiring things about a person.

Flatter him to see his reaction.

Palawitin mo siya upang malaman ang kanyang reaksyon.

Flatter him

Make an effort to uplift his feelings through kind words.

Palawitin mo siya

compliment

Words that praise or distinguish a person or thing.

komplemento

worship

Elevating someone’s good face to the point of admiration.

pagsamba

Like a crazy excessive excitement or joy.

Wow, he was palawit when he found out his friends won!

Grabe, palawit siya nung nalaman niyang nanalo mga kaibigan niya!

Talking about nonsensical things.

Don't be palawit! You're overthinking things that aren't true.

Huwag kang mabalawit! Masyado kang nag-iisip ng mga hindi totoo.

Such joy that seems unbelievable.

When he received the gift, he was really palawit!

Nung natanggap niya ang gift, palawit talaga siya!