EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
gay; homosexual man...
to canonize...
canonization...
Pang-uri
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FIL: Isang lalaking homoseksuwal o may atraksyon sa kapwa lalaki. Maaari ring gamitin bilang pang-uri upang ilarawan ang katangiang ito.
EN: gay; homosexual man
The most common, neutral-to-slangy term for a gay man in the Philippines. It's less formal than 'homoseksuwal' but more direct than 'beki'. Like many labels, its sting (or lack thereof) depends entirely on who's saying it and how. Among friends, it's just a fact. From a bully, it's an insult.
Origin is uncertain, but has been in use since at least the mid-20th century.
Can be considered derogatory by some, especially when used by non-LGBTQ+ individuals with malicious intent. However, it is also widely used for self-identification. 'Bakla' is a more widely accepted neutral term.
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🇵🇭 Marami akong kaibigang bading.
🇺🇸 I have many gay friends.
🇵🇭 Huwag mong gamitin ang salitang 'bading' bilang panlait.
🇺🇸 Don't use the word 'gay' as an insult.
Pang-uri
Isang katangian ng pagiging kalmado, matatag ang loob, at hindi nakakaramdam ng takot, kaba, o pagkabalisa sa harap ng isang hamon o sitwasyon.