10 Uncommonly Filipino Words

Some of us are confused if we heard some Filipino words that we can often hear. Here are some of the Filipino words with  meaning.

  1. FILIPINO WORD: Salipawpaw

English Word: Airplane

Definition: An airplane or aeroplane (informally plane) is a poweredfixed-wing aircraft that is propelled forward by thrust from a jet enginepropeller or rocket engine. (Source: Wikipedia)

Sentence: Ang salipawpaw ay pinapaandar ng piloto.

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2. Filipino Word: Dupil

English Word: Amulet

Definition: An amulet, also known as a good luck charm, is an object believed to confer protection upon its possessor. ( Source: Wikipedia)

Sentence: Ang dupil ng tatay ay hawak ng batang babae.

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3. Filipino word: Pantablay

English Word: Charger

Definition: : a device for charging storage batteries. ( Source: Merriam Webster)

Sentence: HIniram ng aking kapatid ang aking pantablay.

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4. Filipino Word: Duyog

English Word: Eclipse

Definition: An eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs when an astronomical object or spacecraft is temporarily obscured, by passing into the shadow of another body or by having another body pass between it and the viewer. (Source: Wikipedia)

Sentence: Ang duyog ang kitang kita noong gabing iyon.

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5. Filipino Word: Panghaso

English Word: Toothbrush

Definition:toothbrush is an oral hygiene instrument used to clean the teethgums, and tongue. It consists of a head of tightly clustered bristles, atop of which toothpaste can be applied, mounted on a handle which facilitates the cleaning of hard-to-reach areas of the mouth. They are usually used alongside floss. (Source: Wikipedia)

Sentence: Ang kaniyang panghaso ay nakalimutan niyang dalhin sa kanilang bakasyon.

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