Engaging in Tagalog

Engaging in Tagalog translates to “Nakakaengganyo” (attractive/captivating), “Kawili-wili” (interesting), or “Nakakaakit” (appealing), depending on context. This versatile English term describes something that captures attention or the act of participating in an activity.

Discover how Filipinos express engagement across different situations—from describing captivating performances to discussing active participation in social or professional contexts.

[Words] = Engaging

[Definition]:

• Engaging /ɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/
• Adjective: Charming and attractive; capable of drawing and holding interest or attention.
• Verb (present participle): Participating or becoming involved in an activity or conversation.

[Synonyms] = Nakakaengganyo, Nakakaakit, Kawili-wili, Nakakainteres, Nakakaaliw, Nakakabighani, Kaakit-akit, Nakakahimok.

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The speaker delivered an engaging presentation that kept the audience interested throughout.

Ex1_PH: Ang tagapagsalita ay naghatid ng nakakaengganyo na presentasyon na napanatiling interesado ang madla sa buong oras.

Ex2_EN: She has an engaging personality that makes people feel comfortable around her.

Ex2_PH: Siya ay may nakakaakit na personalidad na nagpapakumportable sa mga tao sa kanyang paligid.

Ex3_EN: The teacher uses engaging activities to help students learn more effectively.

Ex3_PH: Ang guro ay gumagamit ng kawili-wili na mga aktibidad upang matulungan ang mga estudyante na matuto nang mas epektibo.

Ex4_EN: They are engaging with local communities to understand their needs better.

Ex4_PH: Sila ay nakikipag-ugnayan sa mga lokal na komunidad upang maunawaan nang mas mabuti ang kanilang mga pangangailangan.

Ex5_EN: The novel features an engaging storyline that captures readers from the first page.

Ex5_PH: Ang nobela ay nagtatampok ng nakakabighani na kwento na kumukuha sa mga mambabasa mula sa unang pahina.