Pretty in Tagalog

“Pretty” in Tagalog can be translated as “maganda,” “marikit,” or “makisig” depending on the context and gender. This word is commonly used to describe someone or something that is attractive, pleasing to the eye, or lovely. Discover more detailed meanings and usage examples below.

[Words] = Pretty

[Definition]:

• Pretty /ˈprɪti/
• Adjective 1: Attractive in a delicate way without being truly beautiful or handsome.
• Adjective 2: Used ironically to express annoyance or displeasure.
• Adverb: To a moderately high degree; fairly or quite.

[Synonyms] = Maganda, Marikit, Makisig, Ganda, Kaakit-akit, Marangal, Kahali-halina

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She wore a pretty dress to the party last night.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ay nagsuot ng magandang damit sa party kagabi.
• Ex2_EN: The garden looks pretty with all the colorful flowers blooming.
• Ex2_PH: Ang hardin ay mukhang maganda sa lahat ng makukulay na bulaklak na namumulaklak.
• Ex3_EN: That’s a pretty good idea for our project.
• Ex3_PH: Iyan ay medyo magandang ideya para sa ating proyekto.
• Ex4_EN: The sunset from the beach was pretty amazing.
• Ex4_PH: Ang paglubog ng araw mula sa dalampasigan ay napakaganda.
• Ex5_EN: She has a pretty face and a kind heart.
• Ex5_PH: Siya ay may magandang mukha at mabuting puso.