More Pinoy Slang Words

• 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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• 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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• 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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