Ever heard the word “kababayan” in a Filipino conversation? Whether you're learning Tagalog or just curious about Filipino culture, kababayan is a word you'll hear often—and for good reason. It’s more ...

This March, gigil was added to the Oxford English Dictionary as the newest Filipino word in the Philippine English category. But aside from gigil, 10 more Filipino words made it to the list. They are ...

MANILA, Philippines — Eleven Filipino words were added to the Oxford English Dictionary in its March 2025 update. In a commentary posted on its website, the Oxford English Dictionary explained: “Often ...