Charot / Char / Chos

Used to indicate that the previous statement was meant humorously or sarcastically. It’s akin to saying “just kidding” or “just joking” after making a remark.

Example:

Ang ganda ng bagong hairstyle mo, charot!
Your new hairstyle looks great, just kidding (charot)!

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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • Ulaga

    Used to describe someone who is excessively annoying or bothersome. It can be roughly translated to “nuisance” or “pain” in English.

    Example:

    Ang ulaga mo talaga minsan!
    You can be such a pain(ulaga) sometimes!

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  • 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.

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  • 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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