Etneb

Derived from reversing the syllables of the word “bente,” which means “twenty” in Tagalog. It is often used to refer to a twenty-peso bill or simply the amount of twenty pesos.

Example:

Pahiram naman ng etneb, kulang ako sa pamasahe.
Can I borrow twenty pesos (etneb)? I'm short on fare.

2
0
More Pinoy Slang Words

  • 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!

    3
    0

  • 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).

    3
    0

  • Pinoy

    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.

    Example:

    Ako ay isang Pinoy.
    I am a Pinoy!

    3
    0