Descriptionadjective
Nindot
NIN-dot
EnglishBeautiful / Nice
Word of the Day · Sunday, April 19, 2026
Nindot — Bisaya Word of the Day for April 19, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Nindot" is uniquely Visayan — Tagalog speakers do not have this word, using "maganda" instead — making it one of the clearest markers of the Bisaya linguistic identity.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Nindot" is a versatile compliment: it works for a person's appearance, a delicious meal, a beautiful view, a clever idea, or a well-told joke — Bisaya speakers deploy it freely and often.
Example Sentences
Complimenting someone's outfit
Nindot kaayo ang imong baro!
“Your dress is so beautiful!”
Commenting on good weather
Nindot ang panahon karon.
“The weather is nice today.”
Praising someone's suggestion
Nindot nga ideya ang imong gisulti!
“What a nice idea you shared!”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Nindot" mean in Bisaya?
"Nindot" means "Beautiful / Nice" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a adjective in the Description category, pronounced as "NIN-dot".
How do you pronounce "Nindot" in Cebuano?
"Nindot" is pronounced "NIN-dot". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Nindot" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Nindot kaayo ang imong baro!" — "Your dress is so beautiful!". "Nindot" is a versatile compliment: it works for a person's appearance, a delicious meal, a beautiful view, a clever idea, or a well-told joke — Bisaya speakers deploy it freely and often.
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