How to Say “Monkey” in Bisaya

By Carly Joan • Updated October 2, 2026

amo

The Bisaya word for monkey is amo.

amo is used to refer to a primate.

Meaning: primate (noun)

Did you know?

In many Bisaya-speaking regions, the word amo is more commonly recognized as a term for a 'master' or 'employer' rather than a primate.

Example sentences for Bisaya are not verified yet.

Example conversation

Jose and Maria are visiting a local zoo.

Jose

Tan-awa, Maria, ang amo!
Look, Maria, the monkey!
Maria

Kutgo kaayo siya, Jose.
It is very mischievous, Jose.
Jose

Nagkaon siya og saging.
It is eating a banana.
Maria

Cute gyud ang amo.
Monkeys really are cute.

Sources

Wiktionary, “monkey” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.

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About The Author

Carly Joan

Ako po ay si Carly. I'm a language enthusiast and writer. I've spent years falling in love with Filipino and English, and sharing my passion through writing. My hobbies include translating common phrases between my two favorite languages and sharing cultural anecdotes from my travels. I love the beauty of words, and I’m thrilled to help others discover the richness and complexity of my beloved Filipino language. My travels to the Visayas also made me fall for Bisaya, so I now write guides on how to say things in Bisaya too. I'd love to guide you on your own Filipino journey!

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