jebs
/ˈd͡ʒebs/
The Filipino word for poop is jebs. Wiktionary also lists pupu and ebak.
Meaning: feces (noun)
Ways to say it
| Filipino | IPA |
|---|---|
| jebs | /ˈd͡ʒebs/ (Standard Tagalog) /ˈdjebs/ |
| pupu | /ˈpupuʔ/ (Standard Tagalog) |
| ebak | /ˈʔebak/ (Standard Tagalog) |
The terms in this pack refer to feces. In medical or formal discussions, the phrase Dumi ng katawan is used to refer to body waste. In everyday conversation, the informal term Dumi is used to mean dung or poop.
Which one should you use?
While jebs is the standard term, ebak is used when a more vulgar or aggressive tone is desired.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The forms vary significantly in register. pupu is a childish or euphemistic way to say poop, similar to 'poo' in English. ebak is a slang term that is more vulgar and carries a stronger connotation.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈdʒebs/
Did you know?
- The slang term ebak is actually a clipped version of the English word 'evacuate'.
- While dumi refers to feces, its literal meaning in Filipino is 'dirt'.
Examples in context
- Ang baho ng jebs na ito.This poop smells bad.
Example conversation
Ricardo and Patricia are taking care of a toddler.
- RicardoPatricia, amuyin mo ang bata.Patricia, smell the baby.
- PatriciaHala, may jebs siya!Oh no, he has poop!
- RicardoKukuha ako ng basahan.I will get a cloth.
- PatriciaDali, linisin na natin ito.Hurry, let's clean this up.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “poop” translations and entries jebs, pupu, ebak, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ebak, jebs, pupu, CC BY-SA 4.0.
