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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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • Amats

    A term used to describe being intoxicated or drunk.

    Example:

    Umiinom sila kagabi kaya amats sila ngayon.
    They were drinking last night, so they're drunk(amats) now.

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  • Churva

    A colloquial Filipino slang used as a filler word when someone can’t think of the exact term they want to use or when they want to be vague or playful. It’s similar to saying “whatchamacallit” or “thingamajig” in English.

    Example:

    Puwede bang ipasa mo yung churva diyan sa mesa?
    Can you pass me the whatchamacallit(churva) on the table?

    Hindi ko maintindihan yung mga churva na sinabi niya.
    I can't understand the stuff(churva) he said.

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  • 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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