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“We (inclusive)” in Bisaya: Kita

The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for “We (inclusive)” is Kita, pronounced KEE-tah. It's used as a pronoun in everyday Cebuano conversation across the Visayas and Mindanao, where over 22 million people speak Bisaya as their native language.

Bisaya translation

Kita

KEE-tah

English meaning
We (inclusive)
Part of speech
pronoun

How to pronounce Kita

Say it as KEE-tah. 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

  • Kaon ta! (Kaon kita!)

    “Let's eat! (includes listener)”

Usage note

Includes the person being spoken to.

Related Bisaya words

Kami

We (exclusive)

kah-MEE

Sila

They

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say "We (inclusive)" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for "We (inclusive)" is Kita, pronounced KEE-tah.
How do you pronounce "Kita"?
Pronounce it as KEE-tah. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Kita" mean in English?
"Kita" means "We (inclusive)" in English. It functions as a pronoun in everyday Cebuano conversation.
How do you use "Kita" in a sentence?
Example: "Kaon ta! (Kaon kita!)" — Let's eat! (includes listener)
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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