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“Never” in Bisaya: Wala gyud

The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for “never” is Wala gyud, pronounced wah-LAH joohd. It's used as a adverb in everyday Cebuano conversation across the Visayas and Mindanao, where over 22 million people speak Bisaya as their native language.

Bisaya translation

Wala gyud

wah-LAH joohd

English meaning
Never
Part of speech
adverb

How to pronounce Wala gyud

Say it as wah-LAH joohd. 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

  • Wala ko gyud nakaadto sa Manila.

    “I've never been to Manila.”

Usage note

Literally 'really none.' 'Dili gyud' is also common.

Synonyms and alternatives

You may also hear Dili gyud as alternative ways to express “never” in Bisaya.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "never" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for "never" is Wala gyud, pronounced wah-LAH joohd.
How do you pronounce "Wala gyud"?
Pronounce it as wah-LAH joohd. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Wala gyud" mean in English?
"Wala gyud" means "Never" in English. It functions as a adverb in everyday Cebuano conversation.
How do you use "Wala gyud" in a sentence?
Example: "Wala ko gyud nakaadto sa Manila." — I've never been to Manila.
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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