Emotionadjective
Masulub-on
mah-soo-LOO-bon
EnglishSad
Word of the Day · Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Masulub-on — Bisaya Word of the Day for September 1, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Masulub-on" comes from the root "subo" (sorrow/grief) with the "ma-" adjective-forming prefix — a slightly more formal or literary word for sadness compared to shorter, more casual expressions.
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
Filipino emotional culture often favors indirect expression of sadness — someone "masulub-on" might smile through it in public ("pakitang-tao" avoidance) while confiding the real feeling only to close family.
Example Sentences
Describing grief
Masulub-on siya human sa balita bahin sa iyang Lola.
“He/She was sad after the news about their grandmother.”
Noticing someone's mood
Nganong masulub-on man imong dagway karon?
“Why does your face look sad today?”
Describing melancholic writing
Masulub-on ang balak nga iyang gisulat.
“The poem he/she wrote is sorrowful.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Masulub-on" mean in Bisaya?
"Masulub-on" means "Sad" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a adjective in the Emotion category, pronounced as "mah-soo-LOO-bon".
How do you pronounce "Masulub-on" in Cebuano?
"Masulub-on" is pronounced "mah-soo-LOO-bon". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Masulub-on" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Masulub-on siya human sa balita bahin sa iyang Lola." — "He/She was sad after the news about their grandmother.". Filipino emotional culture often favors indirect expression of sadness — someone "masulub-on" might smile through it in public ("pakitang-tao" avoidance) while confiding the real feeling only to close family.
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