Philipino

English

Alternative forms

• Philippino

Etymology

Anglicized form of Filipino, modeled after the country name, Philippines, itself originally ultimately from Spanish Filipinas.

Adjective

Philipino (comparative more Philipino, superlative most Philipino)

1. (proscribed, slang) Misspelling of Filipino.

Noun

Philipino (plural Philipinos)

1. (proscribed, slang) Misspelling of Filipino.

Proper noun

Philipino

1. (proscribed, slang) Misspelling of Filipino.

Usage notes

• This spelling is mainly used by English speakers unfamiliar with the Philippines and its denizens.
• In the Philippines, this spelling is often considered to be a misspelling and hence proscribed.

See also

• Philippian
• Murican