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imong in Bisaya

The Cebuano/Bisaya word imong means “your (possessive before noun) — 2nd person singular genitive: imong ngalan = your name”. Pronounced ee-MONG, it is used as a pronoun by native Cebuano speakers across Cebu, Bohol, Leyte, and much of Mindanao. This page covers what imong means in Bisaya, how to pronounce it correctly, how to use it in a sentence, and related words in the same category.

Bisaya word

imong

English meaning

your (possessive before noun)

Part of speech

Pronoun

What Does “imong” Mean in Bisaya?

In Bisaya (Cebuano), imong translates to “your (possessive before noun) — 2nd person singular genitive: imong ngalan = your name”. More specifically: 2nd person singular genitive: imong ngalan = your name.

As a pronoun in the Grammar category, “imong” is part of the core Bisaya vocabulary that learners encounter early on. Native speakers use it across all registers — casual home conversations in Cebu, busy marketplaces in Bohol, and everyday interactions throughout the Visayas and Mindanao.

How to Pronounce “imong”

ee-MONG

Capital letters mark the stressed syllable — say it louder and slightly longer.

Bisaya stress is phonemic — the wrong stress can make a word hard for native speakers to recognise. For imong, put the main stress on the uppercase syllable in ee-MONG. A good technique is to clap on the stressed syllable as you say the word: ee-mong. Once the rhythm is natural, drop the clapping and let muscle memory take over.

How to Use “imong” in Bisaya

Bisaya pronouns like "imong" (your (possessive before noun)) are indispensable in everyday speech. Bisaya has a rich pronoun system that distinguishes person (first, second, third), number (singular, plural), and even inclusive vs. exclusive first-person plural. Getting pronouns right early on will make your Bisaya sound much more natural and help you follow fast conversations with native speakers.

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Expand your vocabulary by learning other Bisaya pronouns in the same category as “imong”.

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Frequently Asked Questions About “imong”

What does "imong" mean in Bisaya?
"imong" means "your (possessive before noun) — 2nd person singular genitive: imong ngalan = your name" in Bisaya (Cebuano). It is a pronoun commonly used in everyday Bisaya conversation across Cebu, Bohol, Leyte, and much of Mindanao. Whether you are learning Bisaya for travel, family, or connection to Visayan culture, "imong" is one of the foundational words to master.
How do you pronounce "imong" in Bisaya?
"imong" is pronounced "ee-MONG". The capital letters mark the stressed syllable — say it louder and slightly longer than the others. Bisaya stress is phonemic, meaning the wrong stress can make a word unrecognisable to native speakers. Practice by saying "ee-mong" slowly at first, then gradually bring it to natural conversational speed.
How do you say "your (possessive before noun)" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya word for "your (possessive before noun)" is "imong". It is pronounced "ee-MONG". As a pronoun, it belongs to the Grammar category and is widely used by native Cebuano speakers in daily life. Adding "imong" to your active vocabulary will noticeably improve your ability to understand and participate in Bisaya conversations.
Is "imong" the same in Cebuano and Bisaya?
Yes — "Bisaya" and "Cebuano" refer to the same language. "imong" (meaning "your (possessive before noun) — 2nd person singular genitive: imong ngalan = your name") is used consistently across all Bisaya/Cebuano-speaking regions, including Cebu City, Bohol, Leyte, Samar, and much of Mindanao. The terms "Bisaya" and "Cebuano" are used interchangeably by native speakers, though "Cebuano" tends to appear more in academic and formal contexts.
What part of speech is "imong" in Bisaya?
"imong" is a pronoun in Bisaya, specifically in the Grammar category. Understanding the part of speech helps you use the word correctly in a sentence. As a pronoun, "imong" behaves in ways consistent with other pronouns in Cebuano grammar — learning those patterns will let you use not just "imong" but many related words with confidence.

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