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

  • 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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  • Apaps

    A colloquial term used to refer to one’s father. It’s derived from reversing the syllables of the word “papa”.

    Example:

    Sinasamahan ko ang apaps ko sa palengke tuwing Sabado.
    I accompany my dad(apaps) to the market every Saturday.

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  • Daks

    A Filipino slang term derived from the English word “ducks” but has evolved in its meaning. In colloquial use, it often refers to something or someone that is large, impressive, or significant, commonly used to describe a person’s physical attributes, particularly their genitals. It can be considered informal and somewhat risqué.

    Example:

    Sabi nila si Bogs ay daks.
    They say Bogs is well-endowed(daks).

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