Emergencyinterjection
Tabang!
TAH-bahng
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Word of the Day · Friday, May 29, 2026
Tabang! — Bisaya Word of the Day for May 29, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Tabang" as a root simply means "help" or "assistance" — shouted alone with an exclamation mark, it's the emergency call, but calmly said as "pwede mo ko tabangan?" it's just an everyday request.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Bayanihan" — the Filipino spirit of communal help — runs deep in how quickly Cebuanos respond to a shouted "tabang," often with neighbors and even strangers converging immediately without hesitation.
Example Sentences
Shouting for emergency help
Tabang! Nalunod ang bata!
“Help! The child is drowning!”
Asking for casual help
Pwede mo ko tabangan dad-on ni?
“Can you help me carry this?”
Describing someone seeking assistance
Nangayo siya'g tabang sa iyang silingan.
“He/She asked their neighbor for help.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
How does the meaning of "tabang" change between an emergency shout and a calm request?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Tabang!" mean in Bisaya?
"Tabang!" means "Help!" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a interjection in the Emergency category, pronounced as "TAH-bahng".
How do you pronounce "Tabang!" in Cebuano?
"Tabang!" is pronounced "TAH-bahng". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Tabang!" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Tabang! Nalunod ang bata!" — "Help! The child is drowning!". "Bayanihan" — the Filipino spirit of communal help — runs deep in how quickly Cebuanos respond to a shouted "tabang," often with neighbors and even strangers converging immediately without hesitation.
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