Gay words in philippines

How it works. Get started. Knock, knock. Beki, who? Well, definitely not Becky with the good hair, but the one and only Beki language! You know the colorful and always evolving gay lingo spoken in the Philippines. Another name for this popular Filipino gay language is "Swardspeak," which was coined in the s by film critic Nestor Torre.

Beki uses words from popular culture, brand names, various Filipino dialects, as well as phrases from English, Spanish, and even Japanese; these borrowed words are given new, playful meanings and then used in everyday conversations. If you're still a bit hazy about what Beki talk is all about, just think of the language as this sparkly and catchy way of speaking Filipino.

Gay / Beki Lingo Collections

And anyone can use Beki as long as it's not used to badmouth, disrespect, or marginalize the gay community. After all, Beki is a special coded language that allows its speakers to express their beautiful selves and unique experiences. So when it comes to celebrating diversity, why not carry on the Bekinese spirit and immerse in a culture that is part of a bigger community to learn something?

In this case, learn about Beki lingo, which has long been a part of Filipino culture. Here are some terms to get you started. Learn a new language. All rights reserved.