Greetingverb
Padayon
pah-DAH-yon
EnglishKeep going / Continue / Persevere
Word of the Day · Thursday, April 23, 2026
Padayon — Bisaya Word of the Day for April 23, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Padayon" is built from the native prefix "pa-" (causing/continuing an action) and "dayon" (to proceed straight ahead) — together they form a word that means to keep pressing forward without stopping.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Padayon" became a rallying cry of resilience after Typhoon Haiyan devastated the Visayas in November 2013 — it appeared on t-shirts, murals, and social media as a symbol of the Bisaya spirit.
Example Sentences
Encouraging a friend facing difficulty
Padayon lang, pre! Kaya nimo!
“Keep going, bro! You can do it!”
Motivating someone during tough times
Bisag lisod, kinahanglan ta nga magpadayon.
“Even if it's hard, we need to keep going.”
A philosophical reflection on resilience
Padayon ang kinabuhi bisan unsay mahitabo.
“Life goes on whatever happens.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
"Padayon" became a widely known rallying cry after which major event in the Visayas?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Padayon" mean in Bisaya?
"Padayon" means "Keep going / Continue / Persevere" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a verb in the Greeting category, pronounced as "pah-DAH-yon".
How do you pronounce "Padayon" in Cebuano?
"Padayon" is pronounced "pah-DAH-yon". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Padayon" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Padayon lang, pre! Kaya nimo!" — "Keep going, bro! You can do it!". "Padayon" became a rallying cry of resilience after Typhoon Haiyan devastated the Visayas in November 2013 — it appeared on t-shirts, murals, and social media as a symbol of the Bisaya spirit.
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