A common informal self-reference used by Filipinos to refer to citizens of the Philippines and their culture as well as to overseas Filipinos in the Filipino diaspora.
Ako ay isang Pinoy.
I am a Pinoy!
More Pinoy Slang Words
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Ganern
A playful and informal expression derived from the phrase “ganoon” or “ganyan,” which means “like that” or “like this.” It is often used to affirm or agree with something, express surprise, or emphasize a point in a humorous or light-hearted manner.
Example:Sabi niya bigla siyang yumaman, ganern?
He said he suddenly became rich, like that (ganern)?
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Tukmol
A colloquial term often used to describe someone as unattractive or unkempt. It can also imply someone is acting foolishly or in a disagreeable manner.
Example:Ang tukmol ng itsura niya ngayon, hindi man lang nag-ayos,
Huwag kang umasta na parang tukmol, magpakatao ka naman.
He looks so unkempt(tukmol) today, he didn't even bother to groom himself.
Don't act like a fool(tukmol), behave yourself properly.
Ganern
A playful and informal expression derived from the phrase “ganoon” or “ganyan,” which means “like that” or “like this.” It is often used to affirm or agree with something, express surprise, or emphasize a point in a humorous or light-hearted manner.
Sabi niya bigla siyang yumaman, ganern?
He said he suddenly became rich, like that (ganern)?
Tukmol
A colloquial term often used to describe someone as unattractive or unkempt. It can also imply someone is acting foolishly or in a disagreeable manner.
Ang tukmol ng itsura niya ngayon, hindi man lang nag-ayos,
Huwag kang umasta na parang tukmol, magpakatao ka naman.
He looks so unkempt(tukmol) today, he didn't even bother to groom himself.
Don't act like a fool(tukmol), behave yourself properly.