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See you later” in Bisaya: Magkita ta puhon

The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for “see you later” is Magkita ta puhon, pronounced mahg-KEE-tah tah POO-hohn. 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

Magkita ta puhon

mahg-KEE-tah tah POO-hohn

English meaning
See you later
Part of speech
phrase

How to pronounce Magkita ta puhon

Say it as mahg-KEE-tah tah POO-hohn. 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

  • Sige, magkita ta puhon.

    Okay, see you later.

Usage note

Literally 'we will see each other later.' 'Puhon' means 'in the future' or 'someday.'

Synonyms and alternatives

You may also hear Hangtod sa sunod as alternative ways to express “see you later” in Bisaya.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "see you later" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for "see you later" is Magkita ta puhon, pronounced mahg-KEE-tah tah POO-hohn.
How do you pronounce "Magkita ta puhon"?
Pronounce it as mahg-KEE-tah tah POO-hohn. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Magkita ta puhon" mean in English?
"Magkita ta puhon" means "See you later" in English. It functions as a phrase in everyday Cebuano conversation.
How do you use "Magkita ta puhon" in a sentence?
Example: "Sige, magkita ta puhon." — Okay, see you later.
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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