Japanese Food
This Japanese dumpling made from mochiko or rice flour is eaten year-round, but the different varieties are traditionally eaten in given seasons.
Dango
In 2012, this Australian-Belgian singer, songwriter and instrumentalist had the world at his feet, but now he's just somebody that we used to know.
Gotye
This adjective means to induce feelings of acute embarrassment or awkwardness, notably things one has done in their childhood.
Cringeworthy
Recognized as one of the royalties of Philippine show business, this "Milennial Multimedia Idol" rose to fame after winning the first teen edition of Pinoy Big Brother.
Kim Chiu
Roughly translating to 'romantic excitement', this Filipino term refers to the excitement and feeling you get when you have the proverbial “butterflies in your stomach.”
Kilig
This Japanese dish literally translates to "parent-and-child rice-bowl dish", which is a poetic reflection of both chicken and egg being used in the dish.
Oyakodon
This song based on the bassline of the song "Under Pressure" by Queen was the first hip-hop single to top the Billboard Hot 100.
Ice Ice Baby
DAILY DOUBLE
This is a genus of small dromaeosaurid dinosaur from the Late Cretaceous period. It is also the symbol of the Jurassic Park franchise and has appeared in all the films and games.
Velociraptor
This South Korean television personality rose to fame when finished as second runner-up in Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Clash 2010, and has been one of the regular hosts ofABS-CBN variety show 'It's Showtime' since 2012
Ryan Bang
This Filipino term refers to the trembling or gritting of the teeth in response to a situation that overwhelms your self-control.
Gigil
This type of Japanese omelette which literally translates to "grilled egg" is made by rolling together several layers of cooked egg.
This Canadian reggae fusion band peaked at number six on the Canadian Hot 100 with their hit song "Rude".
MAGIC!
This is the desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.
Philanthropy
This person's run in Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky 7, ultimately winning the show, is proof that she's always been a "kabogera".
Maymay Entrata
Roughly translating to 'sulk', this Filipino term refers to a range of behavior in which a person withdraws his or her affection or cheerfulness from a person who has hurt his or her feelings.
Tampo
The term for this Japanese hotpot dish of thinly sliced meat and vegetables boiled in water and served with dipping sauces is derived from the "swish swish" sound emitted when the ingredients are stirred in the cooking pot.
Shabu-Shabu
This American Pop singer peaked at number 5 on the Billboard Top 100 with her piano-driven pop song "A Thousand Miles", but her later works were considered a disappointment after her successful debut.
Vanessa Carlton
Menstrual cramps.
Dysmenorrhea
Although he was evicted on week 8 of Pinoy Big Brother: Season 1, this Filipino-American actor continued to pursue a career in show business and modeling, and is currently dating Miss Universe 2018, Catriona Gray .
Sam Milby
Most Filipinos eat their main dish or ulam with rice; to eat it without rice is called this.
Papak
This traditional Japanese food made from whole soybeans that have been fermented is often served as a breakfast food with rice.
Natto
Sir Mix-a-Lot is best known for this 1992 hit song about big butts which peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Baby Got Back
A diverse group of drugs that alter perception, thoughts, and feelings.
Hallucinogen
This Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky 7 finalist was recently under fire after having split with fellow contestant Elisse Joson due to an alleged non-showbiz third party.
McCoy De Leon
The closest translation for this Filipino interjection would be, “What a waste!”
Sayang