Philipino
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English[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Anglicized form of Filipino, modeled after the country name, Philippines, itself originally ultimately from Spanish Filipinas.
Adjective[edit]
Philipino (comparative more Philipino, superlative most Philipino)
- (proscribed, slang) Misspelling of Filipino.
Noun[edit]
Philipino (plural Philipinos)
- (proscribed, slang) Misspelling of Filipino.
Proper noun[edit]
Philipino
- (proscribed, slang) Misspelling of Filipino.
Usage notes[edit]
- 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.