Uyab

Refers to a romantic partner or someone’s boyfriend or girlfriend. It’s similar to the more formal term “kasintahan.”

Example:

Kasama ko ang uyab ko sa sine kahapon.
"I was with my boyfriend/girlfriend(uyab) at the movies yesterday.

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More Pinoy Slang Words

  • Tsikot

    A casual term used to refer to a car or automobile.

    Example:

    Ang ganda ng bagong tsikot niya!
    His new car(tsikot) looks great!

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  • Gin Bulag

    A Filipino slang phrase that translates to “blind gin” in English. It refers to a cheap type of gin that is so potent it can supposedly make you go blind, or at least make you extremely intoxicated. It is often associated with low-quality, strong alcoholic beverages.

    Example:

    Inom tayo ng gin bulag mamaya pagkatapos ng trabaho.
    Let's drink some cheap gin(gin bulag) later after work.

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  • Beki / Beks / Bekla / Bakulaw / Bakla

    A playful and informal term derived from “bakla,” which means “gay” in Tagalog. It’s often used in a friendly or humorous manner among friends.

    Example:

    Si Miyuki ay madiskarte beki(beks/bekla/bakulaw/bakla).
    Miyuki is a resourceful gay(beki/beks/bekla/bakulaw/baklaa).

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