Greetingphrase
Maayong buntag
mah-AH-yong BOON-tag
EnglishGood morning
Word of the Day · Monday, April 13, 2026
Maayong buntag — Bisaya Word of the Day for April 13, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Maayong" comes from "maayo" (good) with the Bisaya ligature "-ng" linking it to "buntag" (morning), a native Austronesian word used across Visayan languages.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
Said from sunrise until around noon; Bisaya speakers expect eye contact and a warm smile when delivering this greeting — a flat delivery feels cold.
Example Sentences
Greeting an elder at home
Maayong buntag, Lola!
“Good morning, Grandma!”
A teacher greeting the class
Maayong buntag sa inyong tanan!
“Good morning to all of you!”
Greeting a friend before breakfast
Maayong buntag, pre! Kaon ta!
“Good morning, bro! Let's eat!”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
Until what time of day is "Maayong buntag" the appropriate greeting?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Maayong buntag" mean in Bisaya?
"Maayong buntag" means "Good morning" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a phrase in the Greeting category, pronounced as "mah-AH-yong BOON-tag".
How do you pronounce "Maayong buntag" in Cebuano?
"Maayong buntag" is pronounced "mah-AH-yong BOON-tag". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Maayong buntag" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Maayong buntag, Lola!" — "Good morning, Grandma!". Said from sunrise until around noon; Bisaya speakers expect eye contact and a warm smile when delivering this greeting — a flat delivery feels cold.
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