Signification
A playful way to say one is joking.
Contexte culturel
Charot is a cornerstone of Swardspeak, a language created for protection and community. Its mainstreaming shows the massive cultural impact of the queer community in the Philippines. On platforms like X (Twitter) and TikTok, 'charot' is used to avoid being 'cancelled' or to signal that a hot take is actually satirical. In Manila, 'charot' is often mixed with English. It's a sign of being 'jologs' (street-smart) or 'masa' (of the people), but it's now used by all social classes. Siblings use 'charot' constantly to tease each other without starting a real fight, maintaining the 'sibling peace'.
The 'Charot' Save
If you say something and the room goes silent, immediately say 'Charot!' to fix the vibe.
Know your Audience
Don't use it with people over 60 unless you are very close; they might find it rude.
Signification
A playful way to say one is joking.
The 'Charot' Save
If you say something and the room goes silent, immediately say 'Charot!' to fix the vibe.
Know your Audience
Don't use it with people over 60 unless you are very close; they might find it rude.
The Smile
Always deliver 'Charot' with a smile or a giggle to ensure the joke lands.
Texting
In texts, you can just type 'char' or 'chr' for short.
Teste-toi
Which is the most appropriate situation to use 'Charot'?
You are talking to...
Charot is very informal and meant for friends and casual peers.
Complete the sentence to make it a joke.
Ang pangit ng boses mo! _______!
Adding 'Charot' turns the insult into a playful joke.
Match the phrase to the intent.
Phrase: 'Mahal kita, charot!'
Charot is often used to 'test the waters' in romantic contexts.
What would a Filipino likely say next?
Speaker A: 'Grabe, ang taba mo na!' Speaker B: '(Looks hurt)' Speaker A: '_______! Nagbibiro lang ako.'
Charot is the perfect 'undo' button when someone takes a joke too seriously.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesYou are talking to...
Charot is very informal and meant for friends and casual peers.
Ang pangit ng boses mo! _______!
Adding 'Charot' turns the insult into a playful joke.
Phrase: 'Mahal kita, charot!'
Charot is often used to 'test the waters' in romantic contexts.
Speaker A: 'Grabe, ang taba mo na!' Speaker B: '(Looks hurt)' Speaker A: '_______! Nagbibiro lang ako.'
Charot is the perfect 'undo' button when someone takes a joke too seriously.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it's not a swear word. It's just very informal slang.
Only with work friends during lunch. Never in meetings or emails.
Originally yes, but now everyone in the Philippines uses it.
'Charot' is more playful and 'sassy', while 'Joke lang' is more neutral.
Usually with a laugh or by saying 'Ikaw talaga!' (You're too much!)
No, but you can say 'Charot-charot' to mean 'just playing around'.
Only if your parents are very cool and you have a joking relationship.
Yes, constantly! It's a staple of Filipino comedy films.
It's a noun for a woman who is always joking or being sarcastic.
Yes, it has spread to Cebuano, Ilocano, and other regional languages too.
Expressions liées
Biro lang
synonymJust a joke
Joke lang
synonymJust a joke
Eme
similarWhatever / Just kidding
Charing
specialized formJust kidding (old school)
Choz
specialized formJust kidding (posh)
