Grammaradverb
Dinhi
DEEN-hee
Englishhere (near speaker)
Word of the Day · Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Dinhi — Bisaya Word of the Day for June 3, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Dinhi" mirrors the same three-way distance logic as "kini/kana/kadto" but for location instead of objects: "dinhi" (here), "dinha" (there near you), "didto" (over there, far from both).
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Dinhi ra ko" (I'm right here) is a common reassurance said to someone worried or scared — it's used almost like "I've got you" in emotional as well as literal contexts.
Example Sentences
Reassuring someone anxious
Dinhi ra ko, ayaw kabalaka.
“I'm right here, don't worry.”
Giving a place for someone's belongings
Ibutang lang dinhi ang imong bag.
“Just put your bag here.”
Talking about family history
Dinhi nagdako si Lolo.
“Grandpa grew up here.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
What is the three-way location system that pairs with "dinhi"?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Dinhi" mean in Bisaya?
"Dinhi" means "here (near speaker)" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a adverb in the Grammar category, pronounced as "DEEN-hee".
How do you pronounce "Dinhi" in Cebuano?
"Dinhi" is pronounced "DEEN-hee". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Dinhi" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Dinhi ra ko, ayaw kabalaka." — "I'm right here, don't worry.". "Dinhi ra ko" (I'm right here) is a common reassurance said to someone worried or scared — it's used almost like "I've got you" in emotional as well as literal contexts.
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