napakagwapo
The Tagalog phrase for "very handsome" is napakagwapo.
napakagwapo is used to describe a man or boy who is extremely attractive.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is formed by attaching the prefix napa-, which functions as an intensifier meaning "very" or "extremely", to the adjective gwapo, meaning "handsome".
Which one should you use?
While gwapo means "handsome", napakagwapo is used specifically to emphasize an extreme degree of attractiveness.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, napakagwapo can be used as a predicate in a sentence without needing a linking verb.
Did you know?
- When someone is described as napakagwapo, listeners may respond with naks!, an exclamation used to express impressed amazement or lighthearted teasing about someone's looks.
- The Spanish root 'guapo' originally meant 'brave' or 'bold' before it became widely associated with physical attractiveness in many dialects.
- While napakagwapo is common, you can also use the word gwapong-gwapo to express an even more intense or exaggerated sense of handsomeness.
Examples in context
- Ang pogi mo, bro! Patok ka sa mga chicks!You're handsome, bro! You're a hit with the ladies!
- Napakagwapo ng kapatid mo.Your brother is very handsome.
- Napakagwapo ng aktor na iyon.That actor is very handsome.
- Sabi nila ay napakagwapo niya.They say he is very handsome.
Example conversation
Maria and Jose are looking at a photo of a friend.
- MariaTingnan mo si Mark, napakagwapo niya!Look at Mark, he is very handsome!
- JoseOo, mukhang artista siya.Yes, he looks like an actor.
- MariaBagay sa kanya ang suot niya.What he is wearing suits him.
- JoseTotoo, talagang napakagwapo niya.True, he really is very handsome.
