Healthnoun
Kahimsog
ka-HIM-sog
Englishhealth / wellness
Word of the Day · Thursday, September 10, 2026
Kahimsog — Bisaya Word of the Day for September 10, 2026
Origin & Etymology
"Kahimsog" is the abstract noun form built from "himsog" (healthy) — used in broader, more formal contexts like public health campaigns, distinct from the more personal, immediate "kahimtang" (condition/state).
How Bisaya Speakers Use It
Barangay health centers across the Visayas run regular "kahimsog" campaigns — free checkups, vaccination drives, nutrition seminars — reflecting the Philippines' community-based, grassroots approach to public healthcare.
Example Sentences
General health advice
Importante ang kahimsog labaw sa tanan.
“Health is important above everything.”
Describing a community health initiative
Nagpahigayon ang barangay ug programa sa kahimsog.
“The barangay held a health program.”
Daily wellness advice
Kinahanglan atimanon ang atong kahimsog matag adlaw.
“We need to take care of our health every day.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Kahimsog" mean in Bisaya?
"Kahimsog" means "health / wellness" in Bisaya/Cebuano. It is a noun in the Health category, pronounced as "ka-HIM-sog".
How do you pronounce "Kahimsog" in Cebuano?
"Kahimsog" is pronounced "ka-HIM-sog". The stressed syllable is indicated by capital letters in the phonetic guide.
How do you use "Kahimsog" in a Bisaya sentence?
Example: "Importante ang kahimsog labaw sa tanan." — "Health is important above everything.". Barangay health centers across the Visayas run regular "kahimsog" campaigns — free checkups, vaccination drives, nutrition seminars — reflecting the Philippines' community-based, grassroots approach to public healthcare.
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