Best Tagalog Words Listed In English Dictionaries

The Top Ten
1 Mabuhay

A Filipino visiting or returning to the Philippines after a period of living in another country.

2 Kilig

Of a person: exhilarated by an exciting or romantic experience; thrilled, elated, gratified.

3 Balikbayan

A balikbayan box is a carton shipped or brought to the Philippines from another country by a Filipino who has been living overseas, typically containing items such as food, clothing, toys, and household products.

4 High-blood

Angry, agitated.

5 Sari-sari store
6 Estafa

Criminal deception, fraud; dishonest dealing.

7 Despidida

A social event honouring someone who is about to depart on a journey or leave an organization; a going-away party

Call this a farewell party.

8 Carnap

To steal (a motor vehicle)

9 Halo-halo

A dessert made of mixed fruits, sweet beans, milk, and shaved ice, typically topped with purple yam, crème caramel, and ice cream.

10 Utang na loob

A sense of obligation to return a favour owed to someone.

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