Affection in Tagalog

“Affection” in Tagalog can be translated as “pagmamahal” or “pagka-mahal”, referring to gentle feelings of fondness, care, or warmth toward someone. Understanding this term helps you express emotions and relationships more authentically in Filipino conversations.

[Words] = Affection

[Definition]:

• Affection /əˈfekʃən/
• Noun: A gentle feeling of fondness or liking; tender attachment or warmth toward another person
• Noun: The act of expressing care, love, or tenderness through words or gestures

[Synonyms] = Pagmamahal, Pag-ibig, Paggiliw, Lambing, Pagka-alagang, Simpatya

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She showed great affection for her grandmother by visiting her every week.
• Ex1_PH: Nagpakita siya ng malaking pagmamahal sa kanyang lola sa pamamagitan ng pagbisita sa kanya bawat linggo.
• Ex2_EN: The children responded well to their teacher’s warmth and affection.
• Ex2_PH: Ang mga bata ay tumugon nang mabuti sa init at pagmamahal ng kanilang guro.
• Ex3_EN: He has a deep affection for animals and volunteers at the shelter.
• Ex3_PH: Mayroon siyang malalim na paggiliw sa mga hayop at boluntaryo sa shelter.
• Ex4_EN: Public displays of affection are not common in traditional Filipino culture.
• Ex4_PH: Ang pampublikong pagpapakita ng pagmamahal ay hindi karaniwan sa tradisyonal na kulturang Pilipino.
• Ex5_EN: The couple’s mutual affection was evident in the way they looked at each other.
• Ex5_PH: Ang magkaparehong pagmamahal ng mag-asawa ay halata sa paraan ng pagtingin nila sa isa’t isa.