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“Roasted pig” in Bisaya: Lechon

The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for “Roasted pig” is Lechon, pronounced LETCH-on. It's used as a noun in everyday Cebuano conversation across the Visayas and Mindanao, where over 22 million people speak Bisaya as their native language.

Bisaya translation

Lechon

LETCH-on

English meaning
Roasted pig
Part of speech
noun

How to pronounce Lechon

Say it as LETCH-on. 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.

Example sentences

  • Lami kaayo ang Lechon Cebu!

    “Cebu Lechon is very delicious!”

Usage note

Cebu is famous for the best lechon in the Philippines.

Related Bisaya words

Baboy

Pork / Pig

BAH-boy

Lami

Delicious / Tasty

lah-MEE

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "Roasted pig" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for "Roasted pig" is Lechon, pronounced LETCH-on.
How do you pronounce "Lechon"?
Pronounce it as LETCH-on. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Lechon" mean in English?
"Lechon" means "Roasted pig" in English. It functions as a noun in everyday Cebuano conversation.
How do you use "Lechon" in a sentence?
Example: "Lami kaayo ang Lechon Cebu!" — Cebu Lechon is very delicious!
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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