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. 2 0
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. 2 0
Chugi Killed; cancelled; fired; or deleted Example:Chugi na ang proyekto natin, walang pondo. Our project is dead(chugi); there's no funding. 2 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
