ganda

Ganda is a word in Tagalog that denotes beauty or attractiveness. As a noun, it describes the quality of being aesthetically pleasing in people, places, or things. Common phrases include "Ang ganda ng tanawin" (the beauty of the scenery) and "Ang ganda mo" (you are beautiful). While "maganda" is the standard adjective meaning beautiful, "ganda" often appears in fixed expressions and in colloquial speech to emphasize appearance or charm. In addition to outward beauty, "ganda" occurs in terms like "ganda ng loob," which refers to inner beauty or good character.

Ganda is a native term within the Filipino language family and is part of everyday vernacular in the Philippines. It can also function as the base noun for discussions of aesthetics, art, fashion, and design. The common comparative or superlative forms are formed with "maganda" or related expressions rather than inflection on "ganda" itself.

Beyond its use in Tagalog, "Ganda" may appear as a proper noun in various languages, including as a surname or place name in some contexts. When encountered in non-Filipino settings, it is usually a personal name or borrowed term rather than a direct translation of beauty.