Beautiful in Tagalog

Beautiful in Tagalog translates to “Maganda” (the most common term), “Marilag” (poetic/elegant), or “Kaganda-ganda” (very beautiful). This word captures both physical attractiveness and the beauty of nature, art, or experiences. Filipinos use various forms to express different levels and types of beauty in everyday conversation.

Dive into the detailed analysis below to discover all the ways to express beauty in Tagalog, from casual compliments to poetic expressions, complete with real-world examples.

[Words] = Beautiful

[Definition]:

• Beautiful /ˈbjuːtɪfəl/
• Adjective 1: Pleasing to the senses or mind aesthetically; having qualities that give great pleasure to see, hear, or experience.
• Adjective 2: Of a very high standard; excellent in appearance or nature.
• Adjective 3: Used to describe something that is morally or spiritually attractive.

[Synonyms] = Maganda, Marilag, Kaganda-ganda, Kaakit-akit, Marikít, Maningning, Maamo, Makisig, Kayganda, Napakaganda

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The sunset over Manila Bay is absolutely beautiful this evening.
Ex1_PH: Ang takipsilim sa Manila Bay ay lubhang maganda ngayong gabi.

Ex2_EN: She wore a beautiful traditional Filipiniana dress to the wedding.
Ex2_PH: Siya ay nagsuot ng magandang tradisyonal na Filipiniana sa kasal.

Ex3_EN: What a beautiful voice you have when you sing that song.
Ex3_PH: Napakagandang boses mo kapag kumakanta ka ng kantang iyan.

Ex4_EN: The garden is filled with beautiful flowers of every color.
Ex4_PH: Ang hardin ay puno ng magagandang bulaklak ng bawat kulay.

Ex5_EN: It was a beautiful gesture when he helped the elderly woman cross the street.
Ex5_PH: Isa itong magandang kilos nang tulungan niya ang matandang babae na tumawid sa kalye.