Panggigilas (en. Admiration)
/paŋˈɡɪɡilas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An intense feeling of admiration or liking for a person or thing.
The admiration he felt for the children was uncontrollable.
Ang panggigilas na kanyang naramdaman sa mga bata ay hindi na niya mapigilan.
A type of emotion resulting from an intense desire or fondness.
The admiration for art inspired him to create.
Ang panggigilas sa sining ay nagbigay sa kanya ng inspirasyon na lumikha.
Etymology
from the word 'gigil' meaning intense desire or feeling.
Common Phrases and Expressions
admiration for offspring
An intense feeling of love or praise for children.
panggigilas sa supling
Related Words
gigil
A feeling of intense urge or desire that prompts a person to act.
gigil
Slang Meanings
acting tough or showing off
He acted tough in front of his friends.
Nagpanggigilas siya sa harap ng mga barkada niya.
to show off skills or talents
He just wants to show off in the talent show.
Gusto lang niyang magpanggigilas sa talent show.