Ganern

A playful and informal expression derived from the phrase “ganoon” or “ganyan,” which means “like that” or “like this.” It is often used to affirm or agree with something, express surprise, or emphasize a point in a humorous or light-hearted manner.

Example:

Sabi niya bigla siyang yumaman, ganern?
He said he suddenly became rich, like that (ganern)?

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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • 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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  • 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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