kapoy
/ˈkapoj/
The Bisaya word for tired is kapoy.
The word is used to describe being in need of rest or sleep. You can also use the informal phrase Kapoy kaayo to specifically express that you are experiencing extreme exhaustion.
Meaning: in need of rest or sleep (adj)
Which one should you use?
Kapoy kaayo is an informal phrase used to express extreme exhaustion. Naluyahan is a formal word used to convey feeling exhausted or drained.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈkapoj/
Did you know?
- The word kapoy is sometimes used metaphorically in Cebuano slang to describe a person who is 'boring' or 'no fun' because they lack energy or spirit.
- The concept of being 'tired' in Bisaya can be expressed through the word puyat, which specifically refers to exhaustion caused by a lack of sleep rather than physical exertion.
- Bisaya speakers may use the word pamaol to describe the specific kind of 'tired' muscle soreness that comes after exercise, which is distinct from kapoy.
Examples in context
- Kapuy na gyud kaayo nakoI'm really tired already
- Kapoy na, pare. Gusto na ko mopahuwayI'm tired already, buddy. I want to rest now
- Kapoy kaayo ang akong lawas.My body is very tired.
- Kapoy ang trabaho karong adlawa.The work is tiring today.
- Ayaw og dagan kay basin kapoyon ka.Don't run or you might get tired.
Example conversation
Elena and Ricardo are talking at home after a long day.
- ElenaKapoy na kaayo ko, Ricardo.I am very tired now, Ricardo.
- RicardoPahulay na lang una, Elena.Just rest for a while, Elena.
- ElenaOo, kapoy na gyud kaayo.Yes, I am really very tired.
- RicardoSige, matulog na og sayo.Okay, go to sleep early.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “tired” translations and entries kapoy, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
