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“To cry” in Bisaya: hilak
The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for “to cry” is hilak, pronounced HI-lak. It's used as a verb in everyday Cebuano conversation across the Visayas and Mindanao, where over 22 million people speak Bisaya as their native language.
Bisaya translation
hilak
HI-lak
- English meaning
- to cry / tears
- Part of speech
- verb
How to pronounce hilak
Say it as HI-lak. 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
Mihilak siya sa sine.
“She cried at the movie.”
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say "to cry" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya (Cebuano) word for "to cry" is hilak, pronounced HI-lak.
How do you pronounce "hilak"?
Pronounce it as HI-lak. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "hilak" mean in English?
"hilak" means "to cry / tears" in English. It functions as a verb in everyday Cebuano conversation.
How do you use "hilak" in a sentence?
Example: "Mihilak siya sa sine." — She cried at the movie.
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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