Totoy (en. Young boy)

to-toy

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A word used to refer to a young boy.
He is a young boy who loves to play outside.
Siya ay isang totoy na mahilig maglaro sa labas.
Indicates youth or lack of experience in life.
As a young boy, he has much to learn.
Bilang isang totoy, marami pa siyang dapat matutunan.

Etymology

Influence from Tagalog words regarding children.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Young boy, come here!
A call or invitation to the young boy.
Totoy, halika dito!

Related Words

man
Refers to a male person or male gender.
lalaki

Slang Meanings

Kid or younger person
That kid is so rowdy!
Ang totoy na yan, ang gulo-gulo!
Homosexual or gay (used derogatorily)
Stop that, you gay guy!
Tigilan mo na yan, totay!
Term used to refer to someone younger than the speaker
Hey, kid! Join us here!
Hoy, totoy! Sali ka dito!