Nobyo (en. Boyfriend)
/ˈnobjo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A male partner or boyfriend.
My boyfriend is studying abroad.
Ang nobyo ko ay nag-aral sa ibang bansa.
The term referring to a romantic partner of a woman.
She introduced her boyfriend to her parents.
Ipinakilala niya ang kanyang nobyo sa kanyang mga magulang.
A man beloved by someone, especially in a serious relationship stage.
My boyfriend is very supportive of my dreams.
Napaka-suportado ng aking nobyo sa aking mga pangarap.
Etymology
Tagalog, derived from the Spanish word 'novio'
Common Phrases and Expressions
my boyfriend
referring to one's own male partner.
nobyo ko
town's boyfriend
a man who is well-known and admired by many.
nobyo ng bayan
Related Words
girlfriend
A female partner or girlfriend.
nobya
dating
The state of having a romantic relationship.
pakikipag-relasyon
Slang Meanings
Boyfriend
He's my boyfriend, he's so sweet.
Siya ang nobyo ko, sobrang sweet niya.
Partner
If I didn't know you, I would think she's just your partner.
Kung di kasi kita kilala, akala ko ka-relasyon mo lang siya.
Buddy/Pal
He's my buddy, but I'm happy he's my boyfriend now.
Siyang tropa ko, pero masaya ako na nobyo ko siya ngayon.