Joe

(Philippine English)

An American.

Used during and after World War II from G.I. Joe

There's American chewing a gum.

Man: Hey Joe!

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Canteen

(Philippine English borrowed from British English)

Cafeteria.

The canteen is closed.

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Ball pen (ballpen)

(Philippine English) A ball point pen. Any kind of pen is called ballpen not unless one has to be specific.

A quill can even be called a ballpen. Any kind of writing materials that uses ink are called and referred as ballpen out of convenience.

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May I borrow your ballpen?

Do you have an extra ballpen?

Hyper

This prefix is used as an adjective to describe a person who is high-strung. From the term "hyperactive."

You are so hyper!! Ugghhh..

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Eat-all-you-can

(Philippine English)

All-you-can-eat.

A buffet restaurant.

Eat-all-you-can restaurants are expensive

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Live-in

An unmarried couple who lives together in a sexual relationship.

Andrea: Where is Thelma?

Sandra: She eloped with her boyfriend

Andrea: So what are they planning to do?

Sandra: I guess they will be live-in for a while

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Bold

(Philippine English)
1. Nude

2. Naked

3. A movie with nude and naked scenes because movies showing nudity were considered bold, as in daring.

4. An x-rated film or movie but not necessarily a porn.

Let's watch a (some) bold movie.

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