Emotionverb
Gihigugma
gee-hee-GOOG-mah
EnglishLove (verb)
Word of the Day · Sunday, May 24, 2026
Gihigugma — Bisaya Word of the Day for May 24, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Gihigugma" is built from the root "gugma" (love, the noun) with the object-focus affix "gi-" — the same root word can shift between noun and verb roles just by changing its affixes.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Gihigugma tika" (I love you) carries real emotional weight in Bisaya — it's used more sparingly than the English "I love you," often reserved for genuinely significant moments rather than casual sign-offs.
Example Sentences
A romantic declaration
Gihigugma tika, wala nay lain.
“I love you, there's no one else.”
A general statement about family love
Gihigugma sa mga ginikanan ang ilang mga anak.
“Parents love their children.”
Expressing patriotic feeling
Gihigugma ko ang akong nasud.
“I love my country.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
What is the noun form of "gihigugma," meaning "love"?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Gihigugma" mean in Bisaya?
"Gihigugma" means "Love (verb)" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a verb in the Emotion category, pronounced as "gee-hee-GOOG-mah".
How do you pronounce "Gihigugma" in Cebuano?
"Gihigugma" is pronounced "gee-hee-GOOG-mah". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Gihigugma" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Gihigugma tika, wala nay lain." — "I love you, there's no one else.". "Gihigugma tika" (I love you) carries real emotional weight in Bisaya — it's used more sparingly than the English "I love you," often reserved for genuinely significant moments rather than casual sign-offs.
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