EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
Go for it!; You do you!...
to join to make a group of three...
to adapt; to get along with; to conform...
Pang-uri
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/PUSH mo YAN/
FIL: Isang kasabihan na nagpapahiwatig ng pagsuporta o pagbibigay-basbas sa desisyon o nais gawin ng isang tao, minsan ay may bahid ng panunuya o pagwawalang-bahala.
EN: Go for it!; You do you!
The ultimate "I support you, but it's on you" statement. It's what your friend says when you want to text your ex at 2 AM. It's a mix of encouragement, a green light, and a disclaimer that they're not responsible for the consequences. "You do you, boo."
From English "push" + Tagalog "mo" (you) + "iyan" (that). Popularized in modern Filipino social media and conversations.
ROOT MEANING: to go for it
Often used humorously or sarcastically. The tone of voice is key to its interpretation.
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🇵🇭 Gusto kong mag-apply sa trabahong 'yon kahit 'di ako qualified. Sabi ng kaibigan ko, "Sige, push mo 'yan!"
🇺🇸 I want to apply for that job even if I'm not qualified. My friend said, "Okay, go for it!"
🇵🇭 Magda-diet na talaga ako simula bukas. Sabi niya, "Push mo 'yan, beshie."
🇺🇸 I'll really start my diet tomorrow. She said, "You do you, bestie."
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Tumutukoy sa isang tao na walang anumang ugnayang pampamilya o relasyon sa dugo sa isa pang tao.