duyan
The Bisaya word for hammock is “duyan”.
NounHousehold
English Meaning
hammock / baby cradle / swing
Pronunciation
DU-yan
Capital letters indicate stressed syllables
Example Sentences
1. “Gihigda ang bata sa duyan.”
“The baby was laid in the cradle.”
Related Words
Cultural Note
The duyan (hammock cradle) is iconic in Cebuano lullabies. The song 'Sa Ugoy ng Duyan' is known by every Filipino.
Quick Reference
Bisaya
duyan
English
hammock / baby cradle / swing
Pronunciation
DU-yan
Part of Speech
Noun