Petmalu

Derived from the Tagalog word “malupit” which means “awesome” or “excellent.” When someone refers to something as “petmalu,” they are expressing admiration or approval for it. It’s a positive slang term used to describe something that is impressive or outstanding.

Example:

Petmalu talaga ang performance mo on stage lodi!

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More Pinoy Slang Words
  • Lodi

    Derived from the word “idol”. When someone calls another person “lodi”, they are expressing admiration and respect for that person. It’s a term of endearment used to refer to someone you look up to or admire.

    Example:

    Petmalu talaga ang performance mo on stage lodi!
    Your performance on stage lodi is truly exceptional!

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  • Jutay / Juts

    A term derived from the Visayan word “jutay,” which means “small” or “little.” It is often used informally to describe something small in size, but in some contexts, it can be used to refer to the size of a person’s genitalia in a humorous or teasing manner.

    Example:

    Jutay yung cake na binili ko, pero masarap naman.
    The cake I bought is small(jutay), but it's delicious.

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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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