Phraseinterjection
Oo
oh-OH
EnglishYes
Word of the Day · Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Oo — Bisaya Word of the Day for July 8, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Oo" is the plain, casual "yes" — its more formal or emphatic counterpart is "Oo, sakto" (yes, correct) or just a firmer tone, since Bisaya doesn't have a separate polite-register "yes" word.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
In some social situations, Filipinos will say "oo" while meaning something closer to a hesitant "maybe" out of politeness or a reluctance to disappoint — genuine agreement often needs to be confirmed twice.
Example Sentences
Confirming attendance
Moadto ka sa party? — Oo, moadto ko.
“Are you going to the party? — Yes, I'm going.”
Confirming information
Oo, tinuod kana nga balita.
“Yes, that news is true.”
Noting hesitant agreement
Nag-oo siya, pero morag dili siya sigurado.
“He/She said yes, but seemed unsure.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Oo" mean in Bisaya?
"Oo" means "Yes" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a interjection in the Phrase category, pronounced as "oh-OH".
How do you pronounce "Oo" in Cebuano?
"Oo" is pronounced "oh-OH". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Oo" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Moadto ka sa party? — Oo, moadto ko." — "Are you going to the party? — Yes, I'm going.". In some social situations, Filipinos will say "oo" while meaning something closer to a hesitant "maybe" out of politeness or a reluctance to disappoint — genuine agreement often needs to be confirmed twice.
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