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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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • 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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  • 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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  • Praning

    Paranoid; haywire.

    Example:

    Her constant checking of the locks made her family think she was being praning.
    Pinagtawanan siya ng mga kaibigan dahil sa kanyang praning na pag-aalala sa mga bagay-bagay.

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