Interesting to Know: Pinoy Old Expressions (11)

These are some words that we used to hear from our older relatives. I still hear them but not so often. Sometimes, I uttered some of them myself…. familiar with the words but not necessarily their true meanings. Most of the time, these words tickle my imagination… what might be their true meaning and origins.

I made this compilation… to remind me of these familiar words! I also requested help from my friends. Thank you to all who have contributed 💕

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Maitim ang budhi – tuso

(Tuso) Cunning

Usad pagong 

(Mabagal kumilos) Slow in moving

May bulsa sa balat

(Kuripot) Stingy

Nakalutang sa ulap 

(Sobrang saya) Overjoyed

Bahag ang buntot

(Duwag) Coward

Basa ang papel 

(Bistado na) Discovered; Uncovered the truth; Busted

Di madapuang langaw 

(Maganda ang bihis) Well Dressed

Itim na tupa 

(Masamang anak); Black Sheep - Bad Child

Pusong-bakal

(Hindi marunong magpatawad);  A person who does not know how to forgive

Banal na aso, santong kabayo 

(Nagbabanalbanalan) Acting good

Nagpúputók ang butsé

(Nakakramdam ng pagkairita o galit) Feeling irritated/angry

Humanap ng batong ipupokpok sa ulo

(Naghahanap ng gulo, away, o problema) Finding your own problems or mess or fight

Malabo pa sa sabaw ng pusit

When you can't see the possibility or chance of something happening

Mabait

Term used when referring to the rats

Labis sa pito kulang sa walo

Unbalanced mind 

Nabato-balani

Attracted somebody's attension by pleasing personality

Alang sumisira sa bakal kundi kalawang

A person who destroys the reputation of his friend or relative

Kalatog-pinggan

Visitors who go to parties without invitation

Walang itulak kabigin

Almost having the same characteristics

Walang balon ng salapi

Bond between two person as best friend