Familynoun
Ugangan
oo-GAH-ngahn
Englishparent-in-law
Word of the Day · Monday, August 10, 2026
Ugangan — Bisaya Word of the Day for August 10, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Ugangan" is gender-neutral, covering both mother-in-law and father-in-law — specifying which one requires additional context or a descriptor, similar to how "asawa" works for spouse.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
Living with or very near one's "ugangan" after marriage remains common in many Filipino families, especially outside major cities, reflecting the culture's strong extended-family living arrangements.
Example Sentences
Describing a living arrangement
Nagpuyo sila tapad sa ilang ugangan.
“They live next to their in-laws.”
Describing a good relationship
Suod kaayo siya sa iyang ugangan.
“He/She is very close to their in-laws.”
Planning a holiday visit
Nagbisita mi sa akong ugangan karong Pasko.
“We're visiting my in-laws this Christmas.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
In many Filipino families, especially outside major cities, what's common regarding living near one's ugangan?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Ugangan" mean in Bisaya?
"Ugangan" means "parent-in-law" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a noun in the Family category, pronounced as "oo-GAH-ngahn".
How do you pronounce "Ugangan" in Cebuano?
"Ugangan" is pronounced "oo-GAH-ngahn". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Ugangan" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Nagpuyo sila tapad sa ilang ugangan." — "They live next to their in-laws.". Living with or very near one's "ugangan" after marriage remains common in many Filipino families, especially outside major cities, reflecting the culture's strong extended-family living arrangements.
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