manoy

The Bisaya word for older brother (term of address) is “manoy”.

NounExpressions

English Meaning

older brother (term of address)

Pronunciation

MA-noy

Capital letters indicate stressed syllables

Usage: Used to address an older brother or any older male — also used in service contexts (e.g. calling a driver).

Example Sentences

1. “Manoy, hatagi ko ug piso.”

“Big bro, give me a peso.”

Related Words

manay

older sister (term of address)

igsoon

sibling (brother or sister)

dong

term of address for a young boy or younger male

Quick Reference

Bisaya

manoy

English

older brother (term of address)

Pronunciation

MA-noy

Part of Speech

Noun

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