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!

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• Toka

  Generally means “assignment” or “task.” It can also imply “responsibility” or “duty” assigned to someone. Here’s how it can be used in sentences in both Tagalog and English:

  Example:

  Ang toka ko sa bahay ay maghugas ng pinggan.
  My assignment(toka) at home is to wash the dishes.

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• 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.

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