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    Manilenya (en. Manila)

    /mɐnɪlenjɐ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person or thing originating from the city of Manila.
    He is a true Manilenyo who takes pride in his city.
    Siya ay isang tunay na manilenya na ipinagmamalaki ang kanyang lungsod.
    Terminology for those who live in or are from Manila.
    As a Manilenyo, the people here have a unique culture.
    Bilang isang manilenya, may natatanging kultura ang mga tao dito.

    Etymology

    From 'Manila', the capital of the Philippines.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Manilenyo at heart
    A person who has a deep understanding of Manila's culture.
    Manilenyo sa puso

    Related Words

    Manila
    The capital of the Philippines and a metropolitan city.
    Maynila

    Slang Meanings

    From Manila
    Who is she? Oh, she's from Manila, always in the malls!
    Sino siya? Ah, manilenya, palaging nasa malls!
    Chic person, rich or classy
    That Manila girl is so classy and has so many lipsticks.
    Yung manilenya na yun, ang sosyal at ang dami ng lipstick.
    Name given to people who love gossip or drama
    Don't listen to her gossip, she's a Manila girl, loves drama.
    Huwag kang makikinig sa chika niya, manilenya 'yan, mahilig sa drama.