Foodnoun
Baboy
BAH-boy
EnglishPig / Pork
Word of the Day · Monday, July 13, 2026
Baboy — Bisaya Word of the Day for July 13, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Baboy" refers to the live animal and the meat alike, and it also carries a common figurative insult — calling someone "baboy" implies they're messy, greedy, or gluttonous, similar to English slang.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
Roast pig, "lechon," made from baboy is the undisputed centerpiece of Cebuano fiestas and celebrations — a table without lechon at a major event is considered genuinely incomplete by many families.
Example Sentences
Preparing for a celebration
Gilat-an namo ang baboy para sa fiesta.
“We're roasting a pig for the fiesta.”
Correcting table manners jokingly
Ayaw pagkaon nga baboy, hinay-hinay lang.
“Don't eat like a pig, take it slow.”
Describing a market stall
Nagbaligya sila'g karne sa baboy sa merkado.
“They sell pork at the market.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
What dish made from baboy is the centerpiece of most Cebuano fiestas?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Baboy" mean in Bisaya?
"Baboy" means "Pig / Pork" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a noun in the Food category, pronounced as "BAH-boy".
How do you pronounce "Baboy" in Cebuano?
"Baboy" is pronounced "BAH-boy". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Baboy" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Gilat-an namo ang baboy para sa fiesta." — "We're roasting a pig for the fiesta.". Roast pig, "lechon," made from baboy is the undisputed centerpiece of Cebuano fiestas and celebrations — a table without lechon at a major event is considered genuinely incomplete by many families.
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