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
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
Agik Used in the same context as “All right!” or “Okay!” Example:Agik, Dun ako sa dulo! All right (Agik), the backseat is mine! 2 0
Uyab Refers to a romantic partner or someone’s boyfriend or girlfriend. It’s similar to the more formal term “kasintahan.” Example:Kasama ko ang uyab ko sa sine kahapon. "I was with my boyfriend/girlfriend(uyab) at the movies yesterday. 2 0
