Healthnoun
Labad
LA-bad
Englishheadache / ache / pain
Word of the Day · Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Labad — Bisaya Word of the Day for June 9, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Labad" most commonly refers to head pain ("labad sa ulo"), but it generalizes to describe dull, throbbing aches elsewhere in the body too, distinct from sharp pain ("sakit").
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
Reaching for herbal remedies like "tanglad" (lemongrass) tea or a simple head massage is still the first response to labad in many households, with a trip to the doctor reserved for when it persists.
Example Sentences
Describing a heat-related headache
Labad akong ulo tungod sa kainit.
“My head aches because of the heat.”
Asking about a home remedy
Naa ka'y gipainom para sa labad sa tiyan?
“Do you have something to drink for stomach ache?”
Describing relief after resting
Miundang ang labad human ko mopahulay.
“The ache stopped after I rested.”
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What kind of pain does "labad" typically describe compared to "sakit"?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Labad" mean in Bisaya?
"Labad" means "headache / ache / pain" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a noun in the Health category, pronounced as "LA-bad".
How do you pronounce "Labad" in Cebuano?
"Labad" is pronounced "LA-bad". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Labad" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Labad akong ulo tungod sa kainit." — "My head aches because of the heat.". Reaching for herbal remedies like "tanglad" (lemongrass) tea or a simple head massage is still the first response to labad in many households, with a trip to the doctor reserved for when it persists.
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