Lodi

Derived from the word “idol”. When someone calls another person “lodi”, they are expressing admiration and respect for that person. It’s a term of endearment used to refer to someone you look up to or admire.

Example:

Petmalu talaga ang performance mo on stage lodi!
Your performance on stage lodi is truly exceptional!

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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • Gin Bulag

    A Filipino slang phrase that translates to “blind gin” in English. It refers to a cheap type of gin that is so potent it can supposedly make you go blind, or at least make you extremely intoxicated. It is often associated with low-quality, strong alcoholic beverages.

    Example:

    Inom tayo ng gin bulag mamaya pagkatapos ng trabaho.
    Let's drink some cheap gin(gin bulag) later after work.

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  • Apaps

    A colloquial term used to refer to one’s father. It’s derived from reversing the syllables of the word “papa”.

    Example:

    Sinasamahan ko ang apaps ko sa palengke tuwing Sabado.
    I accompany my dad(apaps) to the market every Saturday.

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  • Beki / Beks / Bekla / Bakulaw / Bakla

    A playful and informal term derived from “bakla,” which means “gay” in Tagalog. It’s often used in a friendly or humorous manner among friends.

    Example:

    Si Miyuki ay madiskarte beki(beks/bekla/bakulaw/bakla).
    Miyuki is a resourceful gay(beki/beks/bekla/bakulaw/baklaa).

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