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“Younger sibling” in Bisaya: Manghod

The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for “younger sibling” is Manghod, pronounced mahng-HOHD. 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

Manghod

mahng-HOHD

English meaning
younger sibling
Part of speech
noun

How to pronounce Manghod

Say it as mahng-HOHD. 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

  • Akong manghod naa pa sa eskwelahan.

    “My younger sibling is still at school.”

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "younger sibling" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for "younger sibling" is Manghod, pronounced mahng-HOHD.
How do you pronounce "Manghod"?
Pronounce it as mahng-HOHD. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Manghod" mean in English?
"Manghod" means "younger sibling" in English. It functions as a noun in everyday Cebuano conversation.
How do you use "Manghod" in a sentence?
Example: "Akong manghod naa pa sa eskwelahan." — My younger sibling is still at school.
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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