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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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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  • 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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  • Ulaga

    Used to describe someone who is excessively annoying or bothersome. It can be roughly translated to “nuisance” or “pain” in English.

    Example:

    Ang ulaga mo talaga minsan!
    You can be such a pain(ulaga) sometimes!

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