Soak and Tiny Club

astig - in filipino slang, “astig” literally means cool, tough, or impressive. someone that stands out, commands respect, or exudes confidence—like a fearless guy, a skilled person, or anything that makes people say, “wow, ang astig!”

bagets – filipino slang for teens or young guys who are part ‘spoiled brat,’ part ‘clueless sa buhay,’ pero 100% trying their best. parang kape na may extra sugar—hype, chaotic, minsan nakakainis, pero you can’t help but root for them.”

maris: passive tsismosa - tahimik sa unang tingin, pero laging may mental notes ng lahat ng chika. sasabihin lang kapag really necessary—or kapag may snacks.

mosang: tsismosa + 1 - cousin ni marites, certified chika sidekick. laging may dagdag insight at behind-the-scenes scoop na parang “exclusive family edition.”

mariposa: tsismosa #6 - ang social media reporter ng grupo—laging may “mare, post na!” bago pa man matapos ang chika.

marina: tsismosa #5 - ang in-charge sa live updates: laging may tanong na “ano na?” para siguraduhing walang chika ang maiwan sa ere.

marissa: tsismosa #4 - ang re-run queen ng chika—laging may follow-up: “mare, isa pa…” kahit tapos na ang kwento.

marisol: tsismosa #3 - ang “on-call correspondent” na laging late pero may plot twist sa chika. dumadating para mag-drop ng sulsol.

marietta: tsismosa #2 - backup reporter ni marites, laging may dagdag: “mare, ito pa…”—parang sequel lagi ang chika.

marites: tsismosa #1 - the barangay’s walking newsfeed—powered by kape, intrigue, and the magic words “mare, ito ang latest!”

jeepney – a vibrant and enduring icon of philippine culture, celebrated for its colorful artistry and essential role in the country’s everyday transportation.

jeprox - a filipino slang term referring to a chill, effortlessly cool guy with a carefree, laid-back vibe.

mbaya aku ma kaa - language: badjao – bahasa palau - sulu & tawi-tawi

nabebetan tayka - language: iriga bikol rinconada - rinconada district, camarines sur

namemetan ta ika - language: daraga bikol - albay province, bicol region (region v)

nailaan ko ikaw - language: altayas & linabuan norte aklanon - boracay, province of aklan

maingin ako dimo - language: palawanon - southern palawan island

namumuutan kata - language: daet bikol - province of camarines norte

ginahigugma kita - language: lezo aklanon - island of panay

laylaychok he-a - language: barlig igorot - mountain province, cordillera administrative region