Phraseinterjection
Pasayloa
pah-sigh-LOH-ah
EnglishSorry / Excuse me
Word of the Day · Thursday, June 11, 2026
Pasayloa — Bisaya Word of the Day for June 11, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Pasayloa" is the command form of "pasaylo" (to forgive) — literally "forgive [me/it]," which is a more direct request for pardon than the softer, more general "pasensya."
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Pasayloa ko" tends to appear in more serious apologies — a genuine mistake or hurt feeling — while "pasensya na" covers lighter, everyday slip-ups like being a bit late.
Example Sentences
Apologizing for hurtful words
Pasayloa ko sa akong gisulti kagahapon.
“Forgive me for what I said yesterday.”
Excusing yourself for a misunderstanding
Pasayloa, wala ko kasabot sa imong gipasabot.
“Sorry, I didn't understand what you meant.”
Describing someone seeking pardon
Nangayo siya'g pasaylo sa iyang gibuhat.
“He/She asked for forgiveness for what he/she did.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
How does "pasayloa" differ in weight from "pasensya na"?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Pasayloa" mean in Bisaya?
"Pasayloa" means "Sorry / Excuse me" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a interjection in the Phrase category, pronounced as "pah-sigh-LOH-ah".
How do you pronounce "Pasayloa" in Cebuano?
"Pasayloa" is pronounced "pah-sigh-LOH-ah". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Pasayloa" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Pasayloa ko sa akong gisulti kagahapon." — "Forgive me for what I said yesterday.". "Pasayloa ko" tends to appear in more serious apologies — a genuine mistake or hurt feeling — while "pasensya na" covers lighter, everyday slip-ups like being a bit late.
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