Takawapoy (en. Fire eager)

ta-ka-wapoy

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Showing excessive desire or passion for something, especially for things that bring pleasure or excitement.

He is fire eager in playing basketball, always practicing even when it rains.

Siya ay takawapoy sa paglalaro ng basketball, palaging nag-eensayo kahit na umuulan.

The term 'takawapoy' is a combination of 'takaw', meaning 'strong desire', and 'apoy', which refers to heat or blaze.

fire eager for desire

A deep desire that seems to blaze, often used in the context of feelings or ambition.

takawapoy sa pagnanasa

fire

An element that provides heat and light, and can symbolize passion or enthusiasm.

apoy

I feel extremely fired up or hot about food.

Wow, I'm so takawapoy about this sour soup!

Grabe, takawapoy na naman ako sa sinigang na ito!

A lively and joyful conversation.

When we meet up, our chat will be so takawapoy!

Pag nagkita-kita tayo, takawapoy ang kwentuhan natin!

Very hungry and excited for delicious food.

After basketball, we're so takawapoy! Let's eat!

After basketball, takawapoy na kami! Tara, kain tayo!