Philipino
English
Alternative forms
- Philippino
Etymology
From Filipino with the first letter respelled to ⟨PH⟩ to emulate the country name, Philippines, itself originally ultimately from Spanish Filipinas.
Adjective
Philipino (comparative more Philipino, superlative most Philipino)
- (proscribed, slang) Misspelling of Filipino.
Noun
Philipino (plural Philipinos)
- (proscribed, slang) Misspelling of Filipino
Proper noun
Philipino
- (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.