Filipina Word Tapestries

A popular Ilocano word that is anchored to old beliefs. Ilocanos say Bari-bari apu to sent out spirits that might harm them while they are in their way going to the place they’re not used to go.

mumshie pinay word means mother

“Maldita” is a Filipino word that maldita means someone who is a snob. [adjective] bitchy, snobby, sharp-tongued, rude, mean; Usually used to refer to a woman.

“Maldita” is a Filipino noun that means a bitch; snob. [adjective] bitchy, snobby, sharp-tongued, rude, mean; Usually used to refer to a woman.

“Suplada” is a Filipino is an adjective that describes women who aren't very friendly, or snobbish, or unapproachable. For. boys, who fit that description, they are called. “suplado”.

This phrase translates as "Sleep-Deprived, Hungry, But Still Fresh" it's a humorous take on those days when you've burned the midnight oil, skipped a meal, yet still manage to look and feel fresh!

Baybayin is one of the precolonial writing systems used by early Filipinos. The term “baybayin” comes from the Tagalog root word baybay, which means “to spell.” When the Spaniards arrived in the Philippine archipelago, they observed that most of the natives, not just the elite, could read and write. The script was used not only to record but also to write poetry, incantations, and letters. This shirt says “matapang’” the Filipino word for fearless, brave.

Baybayin is one of the precolonial writing systems used by early Filipinos. The term “baybayin” comes from the Tagalog root word baybay, which means “to spell.” When the Spaniards arrived in the Philippine archipelago, they observed that most of the natives, not just the elite, could read and write. The script was used not only to record but also to write poetry, incantations, and letters. This shirt says “maganda’” the Filipino word for beautiful.

Baybayin is one of the precolonial writing systems used by early Filipinos. The term “baybayin” comes from the Tagalog root word baybay, which means “to spell.” When the Spaniards arrived in the Philippine archipelago, they observed that most of the natives, not just the elite, could read and write. The script was used not only to record but also to write poetry, incantations, and letters. This shirt says “matapang’” the Filipino word for fearless, brave.

"Pogi" is a Tagalog word from the Philippines that means "handsome" or "good-looking" in English. It is often used as a compliment to describe a person's physical appearance, particularly for males. NOTE: More quirky Filipino-themed shirts, stickers, phone cases & more at my shop here. Just search "AYDAPADI" or “AYDAPADI STUDIO.” Mabuhay and Ingat!

“Chismoso” is a Filipino noun that means a male who is a gossip monger, or someone who is always up in someone’s business. This is used in the masculine sense, the feminine equivalent of which is “chismosa.”

“Chismosa” is a Filipino noun that means a female who is a gossip monger, or someone who is always up in someone’s business. This is used in the feminine sense. Root word: chismis (gossip).