Descriptionadjective
Gwapo
GWAH-po
EnglishHandsome (for men)
Word of the Day · Sunday, July 12, 2026
Gwapo — Bisaya Word of the Day for July 12, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Gwapo" and its feminine counterpart "gwapa" both come from Spanish "guapo/guapa" — Bisaya kept the Spanish gendered pair intact rather than flattening it into one neutral word.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Gwapo" gets thrown around generously and casually in Filipino social settings — compliments about looks are common small talk, not reserved for special or romantic occasions the way some cultures treat them.
Example Sentences
Commenting on someone's looks
Gwapo kaayo ang bag-ong artista.
“The new actor is very handsome.”
Complimenting someone's appearance
Nindot ug gwapo ang iyang sinina karon.
“His outfit today looks nice and sharp.”
A common piece of relationship advice
Gwapo siya, pero mas importante ang kinaiya.
“He's handsome, but character matters more.”
Test Your Knowledge
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What is the feminine counterpart of "gwapo"?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Gwapo" mean in Bisaya?
"Gwapo" means "Handsome (for men)" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a adjective in the Description category, pronounced as "GWAH-po".
How do you pronounce "Gwapo" in Cebuano?
"Gwapo" is pronounced "GWAH-po". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Gwapo" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Gwapo kaayo ang bag-ong artista." — "The new actor is very handsome.". "Gwapo" gets thrown around generously and casually in Filipino social settings — compliments about looks are common small talk, not reserved for special or romantic occasions the way some cultures treat them.
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