Gana

appetite; desire; motivation; enthusiasm; moodnoun

Alternative meanings

Desire, appetite, mood, or motivation to do something. It can refer to hunger, enthusiasm, preference, or emotional willingness.

Pronunciation

GAH-nah

Root and affixes

Root: gana. Related forms include ganahan, to like or be in the mood; and ganado, desirous or motivated.

Variants or conjugations

ganahan; ganado; walay gana; naay gana; abrigana

Related words and expressions

liking; craving; appetite for food; enthusiasm; motivation to work

Meaning and usage notes

Gana can refer to appetite for food or the mood to do something. If the meaning is to win a competition, a different word or construction should be used.