From root: peke
Usage Note
Pekeng-peke is the intensified form of the root word, used when something is obviously or ridiculously fraudulent. It can be used to mock a low-quality imitation product.
Examples
" Pekeng-peke ang relo na ito. "
Natural Translation
This watch is very fake.
Literal Translation
Very-fake the watch that this.
" Pekeng-peke ang nabili mong bag. "
Natural Translation
The bag you bought is very fake.
Literal Translation
Very-fake the bought you bag.
" Pekeng-peke ang ngiti niya sa harap ng kamera, pero alam ng lahat na galit siya sa loob. "
Natural Translation
Her smile in front of the camera was utterly fake, but everyone knew she was angry inside.
Literal Translation
Very-fake the smile her in front of camera, but knew of all that angry she in inside.
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