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LEE-mah
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Word of the Day · Monday, August 31, 2026
Lima — Bisaya Word of the Day for August 31, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Lima" completes the first half of the native single-digit Bisaya counting sequence — numbers six through ten continue natively too, before Spanish-derived numbers become more common in contexts like time and money.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
"Lima ka tuig" often marks meaningful life milestones in Filipino tradition, such as a child's fifth birthday ("kaputli" celebrations in some regions) being treated with special significance.
Example Sentences
Describing work tenure
Lima na siya ka tuig magtrabaho diri.
“He/She has already worked here for five years.”
Counting remaining food
Lima ka piraso ang nahibilin nga tinapay.
“Five pieces of bread are left.”
Describing a pregnancy timeline
Lima na ka bulan ang iyang pagmabdos.
“Her pregnancy is already five months along.”
Test Your Knowledge
Quick Quiz
How far does Bisaya's native counting sequence continue before Spanish-derived numbers become more common (e.g. in time/money)?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Lima" mean in Bisaya?
"Lima" means "Five (5)" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a number in the Numbers category, pronounced as "LEE-mah".
How do you pronounce "Lima" in Cebuano?
"Lima" is pronounced "LEE-mah". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Lima" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Lima na siya ka tuig magtrabaho diri." — "He/She has already worked here for five years.". "Lima ka tuig" often marks meaningful life milestones in Filipino tradition, such as a child's fifth birthday ("kaputli" celebrations in some regions) being treated with special significance.
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