pare
The Tagalog equivalent for the English expression of amazement or shock "bruh" is pare.
In slang contexts, you may also see the abbreviation Pre, which is a shortened version of pare or parekoy.
Meaning: amazement or shock (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
pare is a shortened form of kumpare, which literally refers to a godfather or a close male companion.
Which one should you use?
pare is used specifically for males, while the female equivalent is mare.
Did you know?
- While pare is used as a casual 'bruh', it originates from the Latin 'compater', meaning 'co-father'.
- Using pare can sometimes be a way to soften a correction or a piece of bad news, acting as a linguistic cushion.
- The term parekoy is a more playful or affectionate version of pare that adds a rhythmic suffix to the word.
Examples in context
- O, pre! Kamusta?Hey, bruh! How are you?
- Anong balita, bro?What's up, bruh?
- Pare, totoo ba ito?Bruh, is this for real?
- Pare, ang laki ng bahay nila!Bruh, their house is so big!
- Pare, hindi ako makapaniwala.Bruh, I can't believe it.
Example conversation
Juan tells Christina about a surprising event.
- JuanNanalo ako sa lotto!I won the lottery!
- ChristinaPare, biro ba ito?Bruh, is this a joke?
- JuanHindi, totoo talaga!No, it's really true!
- ChristinaGrabe, nakakagulat naman!Wow, that is shocking!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries pare, CC BY-SA 4.0.
