Here’s the Top 11 Filipino Internet Slang
FILIPINO INTERNET SLANGS – Here are some of the most used online slang terms in the Philippines.
We can’t ignore the conversation-spicing effects of Filipino internet slang by allowing it to replace other forms of expression. Therefore, you should not worry if you are not yet aware of the slang terms that are in use.
You still have time to pick up new skills and keep up with modern trends! Slang is never readily dated. Following the patterns of the younger generation can help older people feel younger. Never question this advice because knowing their language will make you appear cool to Generations Millennial and Z.
Here are some of the top Filipino internet slang terms if you want to sound cool and start following the trends.
1. Forda Ferson
After a TikTok video became popular, a new slang term in Tagalog appeared. Filipinos use this slang phrase in various contexts and situations, denoting a goal, and it is supposed to signify “for the person.”
Nothing more can be deduced from it besides what it means in English. It’s merely a unique approach to describe your plans for the day. The word “person” can refer to another person, although it primarily refers to the speaker when writing in the third person.
2. Marites
This is undoubtedly the most widely used Filipino slang on the internet right now. It is a moniker or designation given to those who enjoy speculating. Whether we like to admit it or not, there is always a part of us that enjoys hearing rumors about other people’s lives. This could be due to curiosity or information we have heard from others.
This slang can be used in a gender-neutral manner. For the men out there, we are aware of your love of rumors. In Filipino society, gossiping is not just done by women. There are also men who may appear to be reserved, but you never know if he is knowledgeable about current events or breaking rumors.
3. Sana All or Naol
This is perhaps the most popular Filipino online slang. The extended version of “sana all” means, “hoping everyone is experiencing such.” Who wouldn’t wish to enjoy the same riches as others do? As a result, let’s all say “sana all” to the fortunate individuals out there. Joking aside, this slang may sound a little envious of what people have, but it also conveys how fortunate a person is compared to the one hoping that he or she has the same privileges as well.
4. Share ko lang or SKL
There will always be a time in our lives when we become too happy to share our best experiences with other people. However, it can be challenging to strike up a discussion because of our excitement. Thus, using the phrase “SKL” (or “just saying” in English) made things easier. It’s like telling someone you want to share something with them without asking anything in return. The main goal is simply to share since you can be overwhelmed or pleased by your experience. However, some people use this phrase when they are unsure whether the person they are sharing with would find the information useful. However, when you say SKL, you usually aren’t looking for a response from the recipient because you’re merely sharing information that could be helpful to them or bring them good news.
5. Lods or Lodi
This Filipino internet slang is somewhat reminiscent of earlier slang because the term “idol” was simply flipped. Its meaning is also clear. The original meaning of the term “idol” is the same. Because they are amused by how admirable a person is and they revere that person for his wonderful skills, talents, or personality, it is frequently used by people who are humble. But for some, it’s a way to make fun of arrogant people or those who are “all talk, no show.”
6. Tulfo
The internet program of former broadcast journalist and current senator Raffy Tulfo helped this word gain popularity. The general public knows him as a go-to person, particularly when there are problems or unresolvable conflicts with other people. He talks about the problem with the complaint on his show to determine who is on the good and bad side. His program serves as a forum for resolving interpersonal conflicts and a means of assisting victims in making a strong legal claim. Because so many problems were resolved on his show and because it was thought to move much more quickly than trial courts did with cases, his show became quite popular. As a result, it became a running joke that if you do something wrong, people will shout “ipa-Tulfo kita” because Raffy Tulfo will hold the guilty party accountable for their actions, and you definitely do not want to appear in his show, do you?
7. Dasurv or Dasurb
This slang simply uses a fancy phrase to convey the same idea as the word “deserve.” It is a means of expressing that whatever happened to you or to someone else, whether good or terrible, was your fault. If someone responds to your not-so-good story, it indicates “you deserved that karma hit you,” or in Filipino, “buti nga sayo/sa kanya,” but if they respond to your good story, it signifies they believe you deserve all the good in the world.
8. For Today’s Videow
Another slang that is frequently used in conversation among Filipinos on the internet. It’s a phrase that vloggers frequently use when blogging. These days, average Filipinos can also be seen using this expression online to share what they are doing, even if they are not producing a video. Just an exaggeration and inventive method to pronounce the term, the extra “w” at the end.
9. Alam Na This
The Tagalog slang word “alam” means “know,” therefore it refers to when you and the people around you have a shared understanding of something. You can communicate simply by staring at each other; you don’t even need to speak.
10. Char/Chariz
One of the most frequently used Tagalog slang terms among Filipinos, both online and in casual speech, is char or chariz. It originated from another slang term called “charot,” which means “joke” or “just kidding,” and later became known as “char.” Now, chariz is the version that you mainly see.
11. Naur
The Filipino language has long borrowed words from other languages. Naur, a word used in Filipino slang, is one of them. This is simply a dramatic and exaggerated “no” that was adopted from Australians.
If you’ve ever seen how Australians pronounce “no,” you’ll also understand that naur is the closest sound that people outside of Australia can employ. Although it’s difficult to explain why it has gained such popularity, we must acknowledge that it is more entertaining.
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