Sympathetic in Tagalog

“Sympathetic” in Tagalog is “Maawayin” or “Nakikiramay” – terms that describe someone who shows compassion, understanding, and concern for others. Discover the nuanced Filipino expressions for sympathy and empathy through detailed examples and usage below.

[Words] = Sympathetic

[Definition]:

• Sympathetic /ˌsɪmpəˈθɛtɪk/
• Adjective 1: Feeling, showing, or expressing sympathy and compassion for someone’s suffering or misfortune
• Adjective 2: Showing approval of or favor toward an idea or action
• Adjective 3: Pleasant or agreeable, especially in a way that evokes positive feelings

[Synonyms] = Maawayin, Nakikiramay, Mahabagin, Maawain, Nakikidamay, Mapagmalasakit

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She was very sympathetic when she heard about his loss.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ay lubhang maawayin nang marinig niya ang tungkol sa kanyang pagkalugi.
• Ex2_EN: The teacher gave him a sympathetic smile and offered to help.
• Ex2_PH: Ang guro ay nagbigay sa kanya ng mahabaging ngiti at nag-alok na tumulong.
• Ex3_EN: We need a more sympathetic approach to understanding their problems.
• Ex3_PH: Kailangan natin ng mas mapagmalasakit na pamamaraan sa pag-unawa sa kanilang mga problema.
• Ex4_EN: He found a sympathetic listener in his best friend.
• Ex4_PH: Nakahanap siya ng nakikiramay na tagapakinig sa kanyang matalik na kaibigan.
• Ex5_EN: The manager was sympathetic to their request for additional time off.
• Ex5_PH: Ang manager ay maawayin sa kanilang kahilingan para sa karagdagang bakasyon.