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Observation concerning the Distinct Language of LGBT Community
in PHINMA-University of Iloilo
An initial paper in Descriptive Linguistics

focusing on the observations on the language
components of sociolects
As part of the study in the subject ENG 018-

Introduction to Linguistics
Compiled by:
Adaya, Khate Ann A.
Anigan, Micah M.
Carten, Jonan
Gajo, Gaspar
Molina, Maedene P.
Presented to:
Larry Ortiz Embiado
Faculty
College of Education
PHINMA-University of Iloilo
October 31, 2022

I. Introduction
LGBT stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

are terms people use to describe a person’s sexual orientation
or gender identity. Understanding sexual orientation is an
important aspect of a person's identity and it varies from one
person to another. Some people have a clear vision of their
gender identity from birth onwards while some are having
difficulties to do so.
We chose to observe the LGBT Community specifically Gay
slang since they have a unique way of communicating with each
other. They uses unfamiliar but interesting words that can be
confusing for other people. Hearing them converse with their
group of friends seems fun and nobody will know what they’re
talking about unless they’re familiar with gay slang.
This paper will show observations about the distinct
language of LGBT specifically gay language on daily basis. The
paper will not be judgmental upon the use of grammar for it
will focus on descriptive grammar. The observation happened
within the PHINMA-University of Iloilo and proper health
protocols were observed during the process.
II. Narrative
The data was gathered by observing and interviewing a

group of LGBT individuals during break time at the school
cafeteria of PHINMA-University of Iloilo. One member of our
group asked permission if we can observe their conversation
and later on ask for translations for unfamiliar words. Given
the permission to do so, our group noticed that the LBGT group
were really comfortable with each other. They were talking
about how tiring their practice is for a certain subject. One
person said, “Baw dzai tom jones nagd is me, libreha nalang
akis" Friend I’m really hungry right now, just treat me. His
friend answered, “ Karon nalang ta bakal daw majulanis
morisette naman ho!” Let’s just buy later, it looks like it’s
going to rain! Then his friend replied, “T macheka-cheka naman
kita sini. Baw kachaka man to kagina sang ingod ko man,
kahambog pro chipipay man ya clothes" Oh then let’s just
chatter. You know, the ugly girl sitting beside me earlier was
so boastful yet her clothes are cheap. Then his friend
answered, “Kalma dzai stress drilon naman ang beauty mo
hahaha” Friend stay calm, your beauty is stressed hahaha.
After their conversation, the group left to resume their
practice.
III. Language Component
1. Tom Jones- adjective, Adj.

Tom-Jones- two syllable multi-word
Sociolect- Gay language
Sentence: The siblings are tom jones.
Sentence Pattern: S+LV+SC
Semantics: hungry
Comparative Synonymy: She’s so tom jones like a beast.
Comparative Antonymy: Angel is tom jones but not her little
sister.
2. Akis- pronoun, pn.

A-kis – two syllable word
Sentence: He baked cake for me.
Sentence Pattern: S+TV+DO+IO
Semantics: me
Comparative Synonymy: He gave akis and Kelly a concert
ticket.
Comparative Antonymy: Daddy loves her so much but not akis.
3. Julanis Morisette- noun, n.

Ju-la-nis Mo-ri-sette – six syllable multi-word
Sentence: I think it will julanis morisette later.
Sentence Pattern: S+V+SC-PN
Semantics: rain
Comparative Synonymy: When it julanis morisette, Kija and
Theo loves to play outside.
Comparative Antonymy: Jake loves the weather when it julanis
morisette but Jay loves sunny weather.
4. Cheka- noun, n.
Che-ka – two syllable word
Sentence: I have cheka for you.
Sentence Pattern: S+LV+DO
Semantics: gossip
Comparative Synonymy: Jennie and Lisa love to cheka about
Rose.
Comparative Antonymy: Jisoo loves to cheka while in class
but her best friend hate it.
5. Chaka- adjective, adj.
Cha-ka – two syllable word
Sociolect: Gay language
Sentence: That girl is so chaka.
Sentence Pattern: S+LV+SC
Semantics: ugly
Comparative Synonymy: Mark's clothes and shoes are chaka.
Comparative Antonymy: Geo is handsome while Clide is chaka.
6. Chipipay- adjective, adj.

Chi-pi-pay – three syllable word
Sentence: Kaye bought a chipipay bag.
Sentence Pattern: S+TV+OC+DO
Semantics: cheap
Comparative Synonymy: Jie and Blaire love to buy clothes in
a chipipay store.
Comparative Antonymy: Ethan’s cellphone is so expensive
while Benjamin is chipipay.
7. Stress Drillon- adjective, adj.

Stress Dri-lon – three syllable multi-word
Sentence: Joy is stress drillon in him.
Sentence Pattern: S+LV+IO+DO
Semantics: stress
Comparative Synonymy: Mila is stress drillon in her project
as her friend Stella.
Comparative Antonymy: Niki is stress drillon in his grade
but not Jungwon.
IV. Summary
Gay language or Gay slang is indeed a unique way of

communicating with each other. It may be called gay language
but it is not limited for gay individuals only. It can be used
by any gender as long as they understand and use it
respectfully. In fact the word ‘charot', a worldwide word used
by many people, is a gay language that means joke. Using some
gay lingo when talking to someone also makes the conversation
lively and fun. Some words are funny to hear but in fact those
are just regular words when translated. There are words that
are easy to understand just like ‘gora' and ‘akis' which means
go and me but there are complicated words such as Tom Jones
and Julanis Morisette that can be confusing to listeners but
the meaning is just hungry and rain. Even if gay language is
fun in conversations, the speaker should consider the person
who will receive the message as well as the pragmatics. It
will be awkward to use gay language casually on job interviews
or formal events but it can be used freely within a group of
friends. To conclude, gay language should be used respectfully
and appropriately within the social context.

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Observation concerning the Distinct Language of LGBT Community

An initial paper in Descriptive Linguistics

As part of the study in the subject ENG 018-

October 31, 2022

LGBT stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

The data was gathered by observing and interviewing a

1. Tom Jones- adjective, Adj.

2. Akis- pronoun, pn.

3. Julanis Morisette- noun, n.

6. Chipipay- adjective, adj.

7. Stress Drillon- adjective, adj.

Gay language or Gay slang is indeed a unique way of

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