Erpat / Erpats A term used to refer to one’s father. It’s derived from reversing the syllables of the word father. Example:Nag-celebrate kami ng birthday ng erpats ko kahapon. We celebrated my dad's(erpats) birthday yesterday. 1 0
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
Alaws Derived from the English word “lost” but is used to mean “none” or “nothing.” It is commonly used to indicate the absence of something or someone. Example:Alaws akong pera ngayon, pasensya na. I have no(alaws) money right now, sorry. 2 0
