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Tagalog “Anong pangalan mo” in Bisaya: Unsay imong ngalan

The Tagalog word “anong pangalan mo” translates to Unsay imong ngalan in Bisaya (Cebuano), pronounced OON-sahy EE-mohng NGAH-lahn. In English, it means “What's your name.” Bisaya is spoken by over 22 million people across the Visayas and Mindanao — the second most widely spoken language in the Philippines after Tagalog.

Bisaya translation

Unsay imong ngalan

OON-sahy EE-mohng NGAH-lahn

English meaning
What's your name
Part of speech
phrase

How to pronounce Unsay imong ngalan

Say it as OON-sahy EE-mohng NGAH-lahn. Capitalized syllables in the pronunciation guide indicate stress — the part of the word you emphasize when speaking. Bisaya stress is meaningful: putting it on the wrong syllable can change the meaning of a word, so it's worth practicing out loud.

Usage note

Tagalog 'ano' becomes 'unsa' in Bisaya. 'Pangalan' becomes 'ngalan.'

Frequently asked questions

What is "anong pangalan mo" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya translation of the Tagalog word "anong pangalan mo" is Unsay imong ngalan, pronounced OON-sahy EE-mohng NGAH-lahn. In English, it means "What's your name."
How do you pronounce "Unsay imong ngalan"?
Pronounce it as OON-sahy EE-mohng NGAH-lahn. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Unsay imong ngalan" mean in English?
"Unsay imong ngalan" means "What's your name" in English. It functions as a phrase in everyday Cebuano conversation.
Is Bisaya the same as Cebuano?
Yes — Bisaya and Cebuano are two names for the same language. Cebuano is the more formal linguistic name, while Bisaya is the everyday name used by speakers themselves. Both refer to the language spoken by 22+ million Filipinos. Read more in our Bisaya vs Binisaya guide.

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