Bodynoun
Ilong
I-long
Englishnose
Word of the Day · Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Ilong — Bisaya Word of the Day for August 18, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Ilong" is straightforward vocabulary, but it also appears in the idiom "taas ang ilong" (literally "tall nose"), describing someone arrogant or condescending — the nose-and-pride metaphor crosses many languages.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
A high nose bridge has historically carried some colonial-era beauty bias in Filipino culture, associated with mixed or foreign ancestry — a legacy still occasionally reflected in casual compliments today.
Example Sentences
Describing being sick
Sip-on akong ilong tungod sa sip-on.
“My nose is stuffy because of a cold.”
Describing someone's arrogant behavior
Taas ang iyang ilong, dili gani mangumusta.
“He/She is so stuck-up, doesn't even say hello.”
Describing an injury
Gihuypan siya sa iyang ilong human mabun-og.
“He/She held their nose after it was hit.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Ilong" mean in Bisaya?
"Ilong" means "nose" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a noun in the Body category, pronounced as "I-long".
How do you pronounce "Ilong" in Cebuano?
"Ilong" is pronounced "I-long". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Ilong" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Sip-on akong ilong tungod sa sip-on." — "My nose is stuffy because of a cold.". A high nose bridge has historically carried some colonial-era beauty bias in Filipino culture, associated with mixed or foreign ancestry — a legacy still occasionally reflected in casual compliments today.
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