Jejemon and Bekimon: Hardcore Lingo

Although I had a little disappointment with my fellow Filipinos, they still continue to amaze me. Truly, creativity is an inborn talent to each of us.

The main topic for this blog is about two “lingos” that have emerged recently in the society. Yes, I am referring to Jejemon and Bekimon. These lingos, created primarily for self-identity, are now an internet sensation all over the country.

For the sake of those who do not know what they are, here are the definitions, as they have defined themselves:

Jejemon – n. Basically anyone with a low tolerance in correct punctuation, syntax and grammar. Jejemons are usually hated or hunted down by Jejebusters or the grammar nazi to eradicate their grammatical ways. (jejemon.com)

Jejebeth – n. The alphabet of Jejemons (jejemon.com)

Bekimon (Baklang Jejemon) – n. isang BAKLA, LALAKING BAKLA o BABAENG BAKLA na HARDCORE gumamit ng GAY LINGO sa usapan at kahit sarili n’ya ay hindi rin n’ya maintindihan minsan. (a gay, male gay, or female gay that is hardcore in using gay lingo in conversation, though sometimes they do not even comprehend what they are saying).

Alphabeks – n. the alphabet of Bekimon. (pinoylgbt.com)

Bekimon Video



Jejemon Video


Personally, I am not a fan of such. Although I try to keep up with the latest trends, lingos like this are a big NO for me.

1.) I do not wish to complicate my text messages with numerals and symbols

2.) I am not gay, so what’s the sense of using Bekimon?

3.) It deteriorates my grammar. Once you started texting like Jejemon, a habit will form in you. Gradually, you will apply Jejemon even to your studies.

I am not a Jejebuster nor an anti-Bekimon. I do not express hate and grudge to Jejemons or Bekimons. My point here is that we should know to use this lingos in proper places and in proper time. It’s like “Separation of Jejemon/Bekimon language and Scholastic Language (I’m out of proper terms)” scenario. For Jejemon/Bekimon language is detrimental to academic health.

I still believe in my fellow Filipinos. We are born talented. Our creativity and intellect has brought us to fame and recognition. Let us not waste all of our talents in something that cannot contribute to our society. Creating self-identity is not bad, as long as it has its limits.