Bisaya

The Bisaya word for cousin is ig-agaw. ig-agaw is a noun used to refer to the child of one’s aunt or uncle.

The Bisaya word bobo means stupid or unintelligent. bobo is a derogatory term used to describe someone who is stupid or unintelligent.

The Bisaya word for circumcision is tuli. The term tuli is used to refer to the surgical removal of the foreskin from the penis.

pag-amping is the Bisaya way to say “take care”.

The English word ‘trash’ is translated into Bisaya as basura.

The Bisaya word for tomorrow is ugma. ugma is used as an adverb to indicate the day after the present day.

The Bisaya word for tired is kapoy. The word is used to describe being in need of rest or sleep.

In Bisaya, ako pod is the way to say “me too”. You use this phrase to express that a statement or situation also applies to you.

In Bisaya, “happy birthday” is Malipayong Adlawng Natawhan. The phrase is used to offer good wishes to someone on their birthday.

The English word “mercy” is translated into Bisaya as kaluoy. kaluoy is a noun used to express the concept of mercy, forgiveness or compassion.