Magpabait (en. To become kind)

/mɐg.pɐˈbɑ.hit/

Synonyms

to act sweet but with a hidden agenda

Be nice in front of your boss, but you should have a plan to get that promotion.

Magpabait ka sa harap ng boss mo, pero dapat may plan ka na nakuha ang promotion.

to act super shy and friendly

She was acting nice at the party earlier, pretending to be super sweet to everyone.

Siya ay nag magpabait sa party kanina, nagpanggap siyang super sweet sa lahat.

to make-believe being nice for others

He was just acting nice to look good in front of his friends.

Nagpabait lang siya para magmukhang maayos sa mga kaibigan niya.