Bayok (en. Promiscuous)
/ba.jok/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who does not pick romantic partners.
He is known as a 'bayok' in their village.
Siya ay kilala bilang isang bayok sa kanilang barangay.
A person who loves to have relationships with various people.
This 'bayok' often mingles with many people.
Ang bayok na ito ay madalas na umiikot sa maraming tao.
Etymology
From the root word 'bayo'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
promiscuous lifestyle
A lifestyle full of interactions with many people.
bayok na pamumuhay
Related Words
flirtatious
An example of a word used for people with many partners.
malandi
Slang Meanings
Always funny or a humorous person
He's really a bayok, always has a joke no matter where.
Siya talaga, parang bayok palagi, laging may joke kahit saan.
Cheerful person who has a natural talent for comedy
When I'm with him, I feel like a bayok because I laugh so much.
Kapag kasama ko siya, feel ko bayok ako kasi sobrang tawa ko.
Joking or teasing, usually harmless
Even though it's a bit annoying, I still like his bayok.
Kahit na medyo nakakaasar, gusto ko pa rin yung bayok niya.