Amams

A term used affectionately to refer to one’s mother. It’s derived from reversing the syllables of the word “mama”.

Example:

Pinagluto ko si amams ng paborito niyang adobo.
"I cooked amams her favorite adobo.

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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • 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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  • 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).

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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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