aliwin
The English verb entertain is translated into Tagalog as aliwin.
The verb aliwin means to amuse. You can also use the noun aliw to refer to amusement, joy or comfort. In a more formal context, the noun Pag-aaliw is used to refer to entertainment in a general sense, while the phrase Pagtanggap ng mga panauhin is used specifically for the act of receiving guests or hosting formal gatherings.
Meaning: to amuse (verb)
How does it change in a sentence?
When using the verb aliwin, you use the object marker ang to indicate the person or thing being amused, such as in the phrase aliwin ang mga bata (to amuse the children).
Did you know?
- The root aliw does not just mean amusement but also carries a deep sense of solace or comfort. In Tagalog, the same word used to describe a circus act can be used to describe the act of comforting someone in grief.
- In modern conversations, Filipinos frequently use the English word 'entertain' to describe considering a business proposal or a romantic offer, whereas aliwin is never used in this way.
- The adjective nakakaaliw can be used to describe anything that captures the attention, ranging from a simple joke to a vast and beautiful landscape.
Examples in context
- Ang aming kompanya ay may tradisyon ng pagtanggap ng mga panauhin mula sa iba't ibang bansa.Our company has a tradition of entertaining guests from different countries.
- Nag-enjoy kami sa pagsasama-sama at sa mga patawang inihanda niya.We had a great time together and were entertained by the jokes she prepared.
- Aliwin mo ang mga bata habang nagluluto ako.Entertain the children while I am cooking.
- Gusto niyang aliwin ang mga panauhin sa party.He wants to entertain the guests at the party.
- Sila ay naghahanap ng paraan para aliwin ang madla.They are looking for a way to entertain the crowd.
Example conversation
Jose and Angela are preparing for a small house party.
- JoseAngela, kailangan nating aliwin ang mga bisita mamaya.Angela, we need to entertain the guests later.
- AngelaMayroon ba tayong magandang laro para sa kanila?Do we have any good games for them?
- JoseMaghahanda ako ng ilang musika para sa kanila.I will prepare some music for them.
- AngelaSige, siguradong magiging masaya ang lahat.Okay, everyone will surely have fun.
