Pala (en. Shovel)
ˈpala
Slang Meanings
Spoon; used casually when referring to someone who is overly caring or nurturing.
Kuya is so happy, he’s acting like a spoon to all his siblings now!
Ang saya ni kuya, parang pala siya ngayon sa lahat ng kapatid niya!
To dig or remove soil; can refer to someone making a big effort in a casual or humorous manner.
Wow, he's really digging deep stressing over your assignments!
Grabe, pala siya inistress mo sa mga assignments mo!
Used to describe someone who is not very bright or a bit of a simpleton in a light-hearted way.
Of course, they don't understand, they're really acting like a spoon.
Siyempre, di na nga nakakaintindi eh, parang pala talaga.