Directionsadjective
Duol
DOO-ol
EnglishNear / Close
Word of the Day · Saturday, August 15, 2026
Duol — Bisaya Word of the Day for August 15, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Duol" pairs directly with its opposite "layo" (far) — both are essential words for giving and understanding directions, distances, and even describing emotional closeness.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Duol ra" (it's close/near) is a famously unreliable Filipino distance estimate — locals often say something is "duol ra" even when it's a genuinely long walk, especially to be encouraging or polite to a visitor.
Example Sentences
Giving a distance estimate
Duol ra ang tindahan gikan diri.
“The store is close from here.”
Describing a close relationship
Suod ug duol kaayo sila sa usag usa.
“They are very close and near to each other (emotionally).”
Anticipating an upcoming event
Duol na lang ang piyesta, andam na mo?
“The fiesta is close now, are you ready?”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
Why is "duol ra" (it's close) considered a famously unreliable distance estimate?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Duol" mean in Bisaya?
"Duol" means "Near / Close" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a adjective in the Directions category, pronounced as "DOO-ol".
How do you pronounce "Duol" in Cebuano?
"Duol" is pronounced "DOO-ol". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Duol" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Duol ra ang tindahan gikan diri." — "The store is close from here.". "Duol ra" (it's close/near) is a famously unreliable Filipino distance estimate — locals often say something is "duol ra" even when it's a genuinely long walk, especially to be encouraging or polite to a visitor.
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