Timenoun
Ugma
OOG-mah
EnglishTomorrow
Word of the Day · Monday, June 22, 2026
Ugma — Bisaya Word of the Day for June 22, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Ugma" pairs directly with "karon" (today/now) and "gahapon" (yesterday) to form the simple three-day frame of reference used constantly in daily Bisaya planning.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Ugma na lang" (just do it tomorrow) is a common — sometimes joked-about — way Filipinos push a task off, similar to the concept of "mañana habit," though it usually reflects genuine flexibility rather than laziness.
Example Sentences
Postponing a task
Ugma na lang nato buhaton, gikapoy na ta.
“Let's just do it tomorrow, we're tired already.”
Asking about someone's schedule
Unsa'y plano nimo ugma?
“What's your plan for tomorrow?”
Anticipating a trip
Ugma na ang bakasyon namo, excited na ko!
“Our vacation is tomorrow, I'm excited already!”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
What three-word frame of reference does "ugma" complete alongside "karon" and "gahapon"?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Ugma" mean in Bisaya?
"Ugma" means "Tomorrow" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a noun in the Time category, pronounced as "OOG-mah".
How do you pronounce "Ugma" in Cebuano?
"Ugma" is pronounced "OOG-mah". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Ugma" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Ugma na lang nato buhaton, gikapoy na ta." — "Let's just do it tomorrow, we're tired already.". "Ugma na lang" (just do it tomorrow) is a common — sometimes joked-about — way Filipinos push a task off, similar to the concept of "mañana habit," though it usually reflects genuine flexibility rather than laziness.
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