For netizens, more Filipino words in the Oxford English Dictionary mean more fun.

Untranslatable: Why some Filipino words and phrases get lost in translation The challenge with translation is that it's not just about the words, it's also about the cultural context.

Eleven Filipino words were added to the Oxford English Dictionary in its March 2025 update. Eight of the words were added as new entries.

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 ...