Convince in Tagalog

Convince in Tagalog translates to “Kumbinsihin” or “Hikayatin.” This verb means to persuade someone to believe something or take a particular action through reasoning or argument. Understanding how to use “convince” in Tagalog helps in effective communication, especially when trying to influence decisions or change someone’s perspective in Filipino conversations.

[Words] = Convince

[Definition]:

• Convince /kənˈvɪns/
• Verb: To cause someone to believe firmly in the truth of something through evidence or argument.
• Verb: To persuade someone to do something.

[Synonyms] = Kumbinsihin, Hikayatin, Paniwalain, Udyukin, Akitin

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: I tried to convince my parents to let me study abroad, but they were worried about the expenses.
Ex1_PH: Sinubukan kong kumbinsihin ang aking mga magulang na payagan akong mag-aral sa ibang bansa, ngunit nag-aalala sila sa mga gastos.

Ex2_EN: She managed to convince the committee that her proposal was the best solution.
Ex2_PH: Nagawa niyang kumbinsihin ang komite na ang kanyang panukala ay ang pinakamahusay na solusyon.

Ex3_EN: No matter how hard I try, I cannot convince him to change his mind about the project.
Ex3_PH: Gaano man kahirap kong subukan, hindi ko siya makumbinsihin na baguhin ang kanyang isip tungkol sa proyekto.

Ex4_EN: The lawyer tried to convince the jury of his client’s innocence with solid evidence.
Ex4_PH: Sinubukan ng abogado na kumbinsihin ang hurado ng kawalang-sala ng kanyang kliyente sa pamamagitan ng matibay na ebidensya.

Ex5_EN: He finally convinced me to try the new restaurant, and I was glad I listened to him.
Ex5_PH: Sa wakas ay nakumbinsi niya ako na subukan ang bagong restaurant, at natuwa ako na nakinig ako sa kanya.