Only Pinoys Will Understand
This phrase is every Filipino's excuse for being late.
Traffic
This school supply always mysteriously disappears
Ballpen
The unofficial meal during petsa de peligro.
Instant Noodles
This company encouraged everyone to "Taste the Feeling."
Coca-Cola
Filipinos often ask for this even when pasta is served.
Rice
This season officially begins when this singer's songs start playing in September.
Jose Mari Chan
This game involved throwing slippers at stacked cans.
Tumbang Preso
The food that magically tastes better during payday.
Samgyupsal
This company is known for "Simply Amazing."
Globe
This ingredient almost always gets added to instant noodles.
Egg
This appliance is unplugged during thunderstorms because "baka tamaan ng kidlat."
TV or Television
The sentence that instantly made everyone panic check the scores.
"Exchange papers"
The most dangerous place to visit on payday.
The Mall
This phrase is commonly heard after seeing food on TV/Social Media.
"Nagutom tuloy ako"
Someone always forgets to bring this during potluck.
Utensils
This relative appears only during reunions but asks why you're still single.
Tito / Tita
The one thing every Filipino student proudly (or fearfully) collected at the end of the school year.
Report Card
The biggest enemy of your savings.
Sale
This coffee commercial asked a question that became one of the most quoted advertising lines in Philippine pop culture. (phrase & brand)
"Para kanino ka bumabangon?" (Nescafé)
This grilled milkfish is usually stuffed with tomatoes and onions.
Relyenong Bangus
This sound instantly tells Filipinos that the this vendor is nearby.
Tahooooo!
What was every student's favorite announcement?
"No Classes"
The most common favor during petsa de peligro.
"Pautang Naman"
This chips brand's mascot is a smiling yellow potato.
Oishi
This condiment is commonly paired with lechon.
Liver Sauce