kyut
kyút with stress marks
cute
Usage Note
Kyut is a phonetic Tagalog spelling of the English 'cute', widely used in informal conversation, social media, and text messages. It is applied to people, animals, objects, and situations. The word is especially popular among younger Filipinos and reflects the heavy influence of English on contemporary colloquial Tagalog.
Examples
" Ang kyut ng sanggol! "
Natural Translation
The baby is so cute!
Literal Translation
So cute of-the baby!
" Ang kyut naman ng aso niya! "
Natural Translation
His/Her dog is so cute!
Literal Translation
So cute the dog his/her!
" Bumili siya ng bagong sapatos na sobrang kyut, kaya hindi ako magtataka kung lahat ng kaibigan niya ay maiinggit. "
Natural Translation
She bought new shoes that are super cute, so I wouldn't be surprised if all her friends get jealous.
Literal Translation
Bought she of new shoes that very cute, so not I wonder if all of friends her will-be-jealous.
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