Pinoy
English
Etymology
Last two syllables of Filipino + y; Pinoy caught on with the Florante song “Akoy isang Pinoy” ("I am a Pinoy"), which became popular in Filipino culture to denote their country of origin and background.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈpinɔɪ/
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