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Tagalog “Bakit” in Bisaya: Ngano
The Tagalog word “bakit” translates to Ngano in Bisaya (Cebuano), pronounced NGAH-noh. In English, it means “Why.” Bisaya is spoken by over 22 million people across the Visayas and Mindanao — the second most widely spoken language in the Philippines after Tagalog.
Bisaya translation
Ngano
NGAH-noh
- English meaning
- Why
- Part of speech
- question
How to pronounce Ngano
Say it as NGAH-noh. 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is "bakit" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya translation of the Tagalog word "bakit" is Ngano, pronounced NGAH-noh. In English, it means "Why."
How do you pronounce "Ngano"?
Pronounce it as NGAH-noh. Capitalized syllables indicate the stressed part of the word.
What does "Ngano" mean in English?
"Ngano" means "Why" in English. It functions as a question in everyday Cebuano conversation.
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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