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Pinoy

Pronunciation: /ˈpiːnɔɪ/

The English word “Pinoy” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A Filipino; a citizen or local inhabitant of the Philippines and those descending from such, especially a male.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to the Philippines or its people, language, and culture.

Etymology

Borrowed from Tagalog Pinoy. Pinoy caught on with the Florante song “Ako'y isang Pinoy” ("I am a Pinoy"), which became popular in Filipino culture to denote their country of origin and background. This term was first used and popularized by Filipino immigrants to the United States before it came into general mainstream use.

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