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

  • Tsikot

    A casual term used to refer to a car or automobile.

    Example:

    Ang ganda ng bagong tsikot niya!
    His new car(tsikot) looks great!

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  • Awit

    Is a contraction of “aw,” an expression of disappointment or frustration, and “sakit,” which means “pain.” Thus, “awit” is often used to express a sense of disappointment, regret, or sadness.

    Example:

    Nalimutan ko yung wallet ko sa bahay, awit!
    I forgot my wallet at home, awit!

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  • Churva

    A colloquial Filipino slang used as a filler word when someone can’t think of the exact term they want to use or when they want to be vague or playful. It’s similar to saying “whatchamacallit” or “thingamajig” in English.

    Example:

    Puwede bang ipasa mo yung churva diyan sa mesa?
    Can you pass me the whatchamacallit(churva) on the table?

    Hindi ko maintindihan yung mga churva na sinabi niya.
    I can't understand the stuff(churva) he said.

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