Let’s have a fun quiz about Filipino phrases to use when surprised! I’ll give you a situation, and you can choose the most appropriate Filipino phrase to express surprise.
Situation 1: Your friend just showed you a stunning piece of artwork they created.
Which phrase would you use to express surprise?
a) “Naku po!”
b) “Anong nangyari?”
c) “Kakayanin ba ‘to?”
Situation 2: Your sibling tells you they’re going to travel around the world alone.
Which phrase would you use to express surprise?
a) “Hala!”
b) “Babalikan ko ito, ha!”
c) “Panalo!”
Situation 3: Your colleague shares that they won a scholarship to a prestigious university abroad.
Which phrase would you use to express surprise?
a) “Talaga?”
b) “Ang galing naman!”
c) “Sino’ng mag-aakala?”
Situation 4: Your friend shows you a video of a cute puppy doing tricks.
Which phrase would you use to express surprise?
a) “Ha? Seriously?”
b) “Ang gulat ko!”
c) “Di ako makapaniwala!”
Situation 5: You find out that your favorite band is coming to perform in your city.
Which phrase would you use to express surprise?
a) “Seryoso?”
b) “Taga saan ka nga ulit?”
c) “Kakaloka!”
