Pinoy Memes
Classic clapback reply that basically means “Okay, cool story.”
What is “Edi wow”?
The “unli” dining trend where you grill meat at the table, usually with kimchi and side dishes.
What is samgyupsal?
“Asia’s Songbird,” known for powerhouse vocals and iconic OPM hits.
Who is Regine Velasquez-Alcasid?
Used when your friend says the truth and your soul agrees.
What is "Omsim"?
2013 drama-comedy where four sisters’ lives collide during a family wedding.
What is Four Sisters and a Wedding?
Two-word comment Filipinos drop when they want the same good thing happening to someone else.
What is “Sana all”?
Pinoy online-shopping culture where you “accidentally” buy things because of deals, lives, and links.
What is “budol”?
International theater star who voiced two Disney princesses (one in English, one in Filipino).
Who is Lea Salonga?
Slang for “idol,” created by flipping the letters.
What is “lodi”?
2019 romance-drama starring Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards, partly set in Hong Kong.
What is Hello, Love, Goodbye?
This “caped crusader” gets blamed when someone says, “Bahala na si ____.”
Who is Batman?
P-pop girl group behind viral hits like “Pantropiko” that dominated timelines and dance covers.
Who is BINI?
Boxing legend turned senator.
Who is Manny Pacquiao/Pacman?
Slang meaning “astig/cool,” popularized alongside “werpa.”
What is “petmalu”?
2007 romance film with the line that launched endless hugot: “Popoy, ______ mo ako.”
What is One More Chance?
This meme character is often used to represent rich people problems, especially when someone complains that their second car has no gas.
Who is Pepito Manaloto?
The mobile MOBA that fuels many “tara, rank” invites and late-night squad games in the Philippines.
What is Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB)?
“Unkabogable” host/comedian known for Vice Ganda stage name and blockbuster comedy films.
Who is Vice Ganda?
Reaction word that means “ouch” / “that’s sad,” often used when something hurts emotionally (or is cringe).
What is “awit”?
1996 fantasy-adventure film featuring three kids and a magical journey with iconic creatures and lore.
What is Magic Temple?
This “person” is not one person at all, but represents every neighborhood information officer who knows your life updates before you do.
Who is Marites?
This topic trends every year when September starts and Filipinos suddenly hear Christmas music in their souls.
What is Jose Mari Chan season?
Pop superstar known as the “Popstar Royalty,” famous for massive concert tours and dance hits.
Who is Sarah Geronimo?
This is what you call your friend when the tea is hot, the screenshots are ready, and the drama is about to begin.
What is Mhie / Mhiema?
2015 historical film that sparked renewed mainstream interest in a fiery Filipino general and nation-building.
What is Heneral Luna?