Naulaw - embarrassed / shy / ashamed

VerbEmotions

English Meaning

embarrassed / shy / ashamed

Pronunciation

nah-OO-lahw

Capital letters indicate stressed syllables

Alternative Forms

Nauwaw

Usage: The single most-used emotion word in Cebuano. Variant: nauwaw.

Example Sentences

1. “Naulaw ko sa akong sayop.”

“I'm embarrassed by my mistake.”

Cultural Note

In Filipino cultures, naulaw governs behavior. When a Cebuano says naulaw ko, they're often signaling I don't want to impose — not I'm blushing.

Quick Reference

Bisaya

Naulaw

English

embarrassed / shy / ashamed

Pronunciation

nah-OO-lahw

Part of Speech

Verb

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