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Tagalog “Kain tayo” in Bisaya: Kaon ta

The Tagalog word “kain tayo” translates to Kaon ta in Bisaya (Cebuano), pronounced KAH-ohn tah. In English, it means “Let's eat.” 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

Kaon ta

KAH-ohn tah

English meaning
Let's eat
Part of speech
phrase

How to pronounce Kaon ta

Say it as KAH-ohn tah. 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.

Usage note

Tagalog 'kain' becomes Bisaya 'kaon.' The pronoun 'tayo' becomes 'ta' (inclusive we).

Cultural context

Cebuanos invite anyone within earshot to join a meal as a courtesy — saying 'Kaon ta' is a sign of warmth even if you don't expect them to actually join.

Frequently asked questions

What is "kain tayo" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya translation of the Tagalog word "kain tayo" is Kaon ta, pronounced KAH-ohn tah. In English, it means "Let's eat."
How do you pronounce "Kaon ta"?
Pronounce it as KAH-ohn tah. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Kaon ta" mean in English?
"Kaon ta" means "Let's eat" in English. It functions as a phrase 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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