Alaws

Derived from the English word “lost” but is used to mean “none” or “nothing.” It is commonly used to indicate the absence of something or someone.

Example:

Alaws akong pera ngayon, pasensya na.
I have no(alaws) money right now, sorry.

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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • Tukmol

    A colloquial term often used to describe someone as unattractive or unkempt. It can also imply someone is acting foolishly or in a disagreeable manner.

    Example:

    Ang tukmol ng itsura niya ngayon, hindi man lang nag-ayos,
    Huwag kang umasta na parang tukmol, magpakatao ka naman.

    He looks so unkempt(tukmol) today, he didn't even bother to groom himself.
    Don't act like a fool(tukmol), behave yourself properly.

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  • Ermat / Ermats

    Used to refer to one’s mother. It’s derived similarly to “erpat,” where the syllables of the word “mother”

    Example:

    Bumili ako ng regalo para sa ermat ko sa Mother's Day.
    I bought a gift for my mom(ermat) on Mother's Day.

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  • Praning

    Paranoid; haywire.

    Example:

    Her constant checking of the locks made her family think she was being praning.
    Pinagtawanan siya ng mga kaibigan dahil sa kanyang praning na pag-aalala sa mga bagay-bagay.

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