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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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • Awit

    Is a contraction of “aw,” an expression of disappointment or frustration, and “sakit,” which means “pain.” Thus, “awit” is often used to express a sense of disappointment, regret, or sadness.

    Example:

    Nalimutan ko yung wallet ko sa bahay, awit!
    I forgot my wallet at home, awit!

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  • 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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  • 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!

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