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Kita in Bisaya

The Cebuano/Bisaya word Kita means “We (inclusive)”. Pronounced KEE-tah, it is used as a pronoun across Cebu, Bohol, Leyte, and much of Mindanao. This guide covers what Kita means in Bisaya, how to pronounce it, when to use it, common example sentences, and how it compares to similar Cebuano words.

What Does “Kita” Mean in Bisaya?

In Bisaya (Cebuano), Kita translates to “We (inclusive)”.

Usage note: Includes the person being spoken to.

Bisaya word

Kita

English meaning

We (inclusive)

Part of speech

Pronoun

How to Pronounce “Kita”

KEE-tah

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

Bisaya stress is phonemic, meaning the wrong stress can change a word's meaning or make it unrecognisable to native speakers. For Kita, put the main stress on the uppercase syllable in KEE-tah. Practice by saying it slowly first, then gradually speed up to natural conversational pace.

“Kita” in a Sentence — 1 Example

Kaon ta! (Kaon kita!)

Let's eat! (includes listener)

Related Bisaya Words

Kami

We (exclusive)

Sila

They

Frequently Asked Questions About “Kita”

What does "Kita" mean in Bisaya?

"Kita" means "We (inclusive)" in Bisaya (Cebuano). Includes the person being spoken to. It is used as a pronoun in the Pronouns category.

How do you pronounce "Kita" in Bisaya?

"Kita" is pronounced "KEE-tah" in Bisaya. Capital letters in the phonetic spelling mark the stressed syllable. Bisaya stress is generally strong and clear — say the highlighted syllable louder and slightly longer than the rest.

Is "Kita" Bisaya or Tagalog?

"Kita" is a Bisaya (Cebuano) word. Bisaya and Tagalog are separate languages — the same word can mean something different, or nothing at all, in the other language. "Kita" (We (inclusive)) is used in the Cebuano-speaking regions: Cebu, Bohol, Leyte, Samar, and much of Mindanao. Some Bisaya words share a Tagalog cognate through shared Spanish borrowings, but "Kita" should be treated as Bisaya-specific unless verified in a Tagalog source.

Can "Kita" be used in formal Bisaya?

Yes, "Kita" is used in both everyday conversation and more formal settings. Includes the person being spoken to.

How do I use "Kita" in a sentence?

Example: "Kaon ta! (Kaon kita!)" — "Let's eat! (includes listener)".

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