More Pinoy Slang Words

• Charot / Char / Chos

  Used to indicate that the previous statement was meant humorously or sarcastically. It’s akin to saying “just kidding” or “just joking” after making a remark.

  Example:

  Ang ganda ng bagong hairstyle mo, charot!
  Your new hairstyle looks great, just kidding (charot)!

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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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• Erpat / Erpats

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

  Example:

  Nag-celebrate kami ng birthday ng erpats ko kahapon.
  We celebrated my dad's(erpats) birthday yesterday.

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