Afam (en. Foreigner)

/áfam/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is not a citizen or resident of a country.
There are many foreigners in our town studying.
Mayroong maraming afam sa aming bayan na nag-aaral.
Commonly refers to foreign males, especially in the context of relationships.
She is in a relationship with a foreigner from America.
Nasa isang relasyon siya sa isang afam mula sa Amerika.

Etymology

Originates from the English word 'A foreigner,' used mainly by youth in the Philippines.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I have a foreigner
I have a foreigner as a partner or friend.
may afam ako

Related Words

foreigner
A person coming from another country with no legal status in the country.
foreigner

Slang Meanings

Foreign guy who attracted locals.
Those afams are at the plaza again, walking around like they're royalty.
Nandiyan na naman ang mga afam sa plaza, naglalakad-lakad na parang mga hari.
Pinoy slang for foreigners who are being dated or chatted with.
Foreigners are really popular with the girls on Instagram.
Hit na hit sa mga girls ang mga afam sa Instagram.