nakagagayuma
enchanting or hypnotic
From root: gayuma
Usage Note
Nakagagayuma describes someone or something with an irresistible or captivating quality, like a mesmerizing voice.
Examples
" Nakagagayuma ang kanyang tinig. "
Natural Translation
Her voice is enchanting.
Literal Translation
Enchanting the her voice.
" Isang nakagagayuma na ngiti ang nakita ko. "
Natural Translation
I saw an enchanting smile.
Literal Translation
One enchanting that smile the saw I.
" May nakagagayuma sa paraan ng kanyang pagsasalaysay, kaya walang umalis hanggang matapos ang kanyang kuwento. "
Natural Translation
There is something enchanting in the way she narrates, so no one left until her story ended.
Literal Translation
There-is enchanting in-the way of her narrating, so no-one left until ended the her story.
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