uwu
uwu is a Tagalog phrase.
Did you know?
- If you want to express the feeling behind uwu using native Tagalog, you might use the word lambing, which describes a specific type of affectionate, sweet behavior.
- In some Filipino online circles, uwu is used ironically to mock people who act overly innocent or 'kawaii', borrowing the concept from Japanese pop culture.
- If a Filipino sender uses uwu in a text, they are often performing 'kawaii' culture, which originated in Japan. This demonstrates how Tagalog digital slang is heavily influenced by globalized pop culture.
Examples in context
- Ang kyot mo namanYou're so cute
- Grabe ang adorable moYou are unbelievably adorable
- Sobrang nakakagigil kaYou are extremely adorable and make me want to pinch you
- Ang ganda ng iyong suot na damit!Your outfit is so beautiful!
- Napakahalaga mo sa akin.You mean so much to me.
- Ang cute ng baby mo!Your baby is so cute!
- Grabe, sobrang saya ko kapag kasama kita.Wow, I'm so happy when I'm with you.
- Ang cute ng puppy, uwu.The puppy is so cute, uwu.
- Nakakatuwa naman ang video na ito, uwu.This video is so heartwarming, uwu.
- Ang tamis ng ngiti niya, uwu.Her smile is so sweet, uwu.
Example conversation
Jose and Maria are looking at a photo of a puppy.
- JoseTingnan mo itong aso, uwu!Look at this dog, uwu!
- MariaSobrang cute niya!It's so cute!
- JoseGusto ko rin ng ganyan, uwu.I want one like that too, uwu.
- MariaSige, bili tayo mamaya.Okay, let's buy one later.
