General sense:
* Nakakumbinsi - This is the most common and direct translation. It literally means "convincing."
* Mapanghikayat - This word emphasizes the ability to influence or sway someone.
* Kapani-paniwala - This word means "believable" or "credible," which can be used to describe something that is persuasive.
Specific situations:
* Panghikayat - This refers to the act of persuading someone.
* Pangungumbinsi - This also refers to the act of persuading someone, but with a stronger emphasis on using logic and reason.
Example:
* "Ang kanyang argumento ay nakakumbinsi." (His argument is persuasive.)
* "Siya ay isang mapanghikayat na tagapagsalita." (He is a persuasive speaker.)
The best translation will depend on the specific context and the desired nuance.