Travelverb
Hapit
HAH-pit
EnglishStop by / Near
Word of the Day · Saturday, August 29, 2026
Hapit — Bisaya Word of the Day for August 29, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Hapit" carries two related senses: as a verb, "moadto ug hapit" means to stop by somewhere briefly; as a description, it can mean "nearly/almost," both rooted in the idea of being close to something.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
Unannounced "hapit" visits — dropping by a relative's or friend's house without calling ahead — remain culturally normal and welcomed in many Filipino communities, unlike in cultures that expect advance notice.
Example Sentences
Mentioning a brief errand
Hapit lang ko sa tindahan una moabot sa balay.
“I'll just stop by the store before arriving home.”
Suggesting a spontaneous visit
Hapit na ta sa iyang balay, duol na man.
“Let's drop by his/her house, it's near now.”
Describing near-completion
Hapit na siya makahuman sa proyekto.
“He/She is nearly finished with the project.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
Are unannounced "hapit" visits (dropping by without calling ahead) considered normal in Filipino culture?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Hapit" mean in Bisaya?
"Hapit" means "Stop by / Near" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a verb in the Travel category, pronounced as "HAH-pit".
How do you pronounce "Hapit" in Cebuano?
"Hapit" is pronounced "HAH-pit". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Hapit" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Hapit lang ko sa tindahan una moabot sa balay." — "I'll just stop by the store before arriving home.". Unannounced "hapit" visits — dropping by a relative's or friend's house without calling ahead — remain culturally normal and welcomed in many Filipino communities, unlike in cultures that expect advance notice.
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