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Can I charge (my phone)?” in Bisaya: Pwede ko magcharge?

The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for “Can I charge (my phone)?” is Pwede ko magcharge?, pronounced PWEH-deh koh mahg-CHARGE. It's used as a phrase in everyday Cebuano conversation across the Visayas and Mindanao, where over 22 million people speak Bisaya as their native language.

Bisaya translation

Pwede ko magcharge?

PWEH-deh koh mahg-CHARGE

English meaning
Can I charge (my phone)?
Part of speech
phrase

How to pronounce Pwede ko magcharge?

Say it as PWEH-deh koh mahg-CHARGE. 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.

Example sentences

  • Pwede ko magcharge sa akong phone diri?

    Can I charge my phone here?

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say "Can I charge (my phone)?" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for "Can I charge (my phone)?" is Pwede ko magcharge?, pronounced PWEH-deh koh mahg-CHARGE.
How do you pronounce "Pwede ko magcharge?"?
Pronounce it as PWEH-deh koh mahg-CHARGE. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Pwede ko magcharge?" mean in English?
"Pwede ko magcharge?" means "Can I charge (my phone)?" in English. It functions as a phrase in everyday Cebuano conversation.
How do you use "Pwede ko magcharge?" in a sentence?
Example: "Pwede ko magcharge sa akong phone diri?" — Can I charge my phone here?
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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