10 Uncommon Filipino Words

1. Filipino word: Duyog

English translation: eclipse

Definition: An occasion when the sun looks like it is completely or partially covered with a dark circle because the moon is between the sun and the Earth.

2. Filipino word: Sulatroniko

English translation: E-mail

Filipino word: Sulatroniko (E-mail)

Definition: A system for sending messages from one computer to another computer. : messages that are sent electronically from one computer to another. 

3.Filipino Word: Labaha

English translation:Razor

Definition: a keen-edged cutting instrument for shaving or cutting hair.

4. Filipino word:Durungawan

English translation:Window

Definition: an opening especially in the wall of a building for admission of light and air that is usually closed by casements or sashes containing transparent material (such as glass) and capable of being opened and shut.

5.Filipino Word: Kansunsilyo

English translation: Boxer Short

Definition: men’s underwear shorts characterized by loose fit.

6. Filipino word: Anluwage

English translation:Carpenter

Definition: a worker who builds or repairs wooden structures or their structural parts.

7.Filipino Word: Batlag

English translation:car

Definition: a vehicle moving on wheels.

8.Filipino Word: Kalupi

English translation:wallet

Definition: A container that resembles a money wallet.

9.Filipino Word: Sambat

English translation:Fork

Definition: A common tool used in eating that usually has three or four stiff metal points attached to a handle.

10.Filipino Word: Pulot-Gata

English translation: Honeymoon

Definition: A trip or vacation taken by a newly married couple, A period of harmony immediately following marriage.