How to Say “Shut Up” in Ilocano

By Gregory Jackson • Updated October 1, 2026

agulimekka

The Ilocano phrase for "shut up" is agulimekka.

agulimekka is used to tell someone to stop talking.

Meaning: "Stop talking." (intj)

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

agulimekka is an informal and blunt way to tell someone to stop talking. It is often used in moments of frustration.

Did you know?

Using agulimekka toward an elder or someone of higher social status is considered a profound sign of disrespect and can lead to social ostracization in traditional communities.
The phrase can be intensified by adding the particle ngarud, making it agulimekka ngarud, which adds a sense of 'then' or 'already' to the frustration.

Examples in context

Agulimekka!
Shut up!
Agulimekka ta madasigak.
Shut up because I'm getting angry.

Example conversation

Manuel and Angel are arguing in the living room.

Manuel

Agulimekka, Angel!
Shut up, Angel!
Angel

Apay? Adda ibagak.
Why? I have something to say.
Manuel

Saanak a mangdengngeg kenka.
I am not listening to you.
Angel

Sige, dumngegka bassit.
Fine, just listen for a bit.

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Gregory Jackson

Kumusta! I'm Gregory, your friendly guide to the Filipino language, Tagalog. My passion for languages, especially Tagalog, propels me into writing posts filled with formal and informal ways of expressing yourself in this vibrant language. From everyday greetings like "Good Evening", to unusual phrases such as "pak" or "nga", I've got you covered! I also have an obsession with food which often reflects in my posts — from "cereal" to "spaghetti", expect a dash of yummy in my content. I also write about Ilocano, the language of northern Luzon, sharing how everyday words are said in it. Mabuhay!

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