BEGINNERS GUIDE 01- BASIC CEBUANO GREETINGS!

When speaking with city-based Cebuano, most of us usually shortcut our words, so instead of saying Ma-ayong buntag, we often say Mayng Buntag. The "Ma-ayong (Root word is Maayo which in english is Good) word is too long so often times you will hear Cebuanos say Mayng Adlaw! (Good Day!) Mayng Buntag! (Good Morning!)

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BEGINNERS GUIDE 02 - COMMON RESPONSES

Again, we often like to shortcut our words, so when having an informal conversation (I meant the regular conversation) with a Cebuano, if asked with a Yes or No question, you can say in response an "O" insead of Oo, or "Di" insead of Dili.

This is the same with "Take Care", often times a Cebuano will say "Amping" than the full PAG-AMPING.

So for " No Problem" informally and commonly its "Way Blema" while "Thank you" is often said as "Lamat"

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BEGINNERS GUIDE 03 - INTRODUCTION 
Below are basic introduction exchanges if you wish to engage more with locals. Bisaya people in general appreciate it when you try to learn our language (I guess everyone with a different language) And they feel more confident of you if you speak Cebuano. Predominantly, majority of Bisaya can understand and speak english so if you are having a hard time at first you can always shift to speaking English or Filipino Tagalog - but I insist you speak a word or two even if it may be challenging at first, esp. the accent, Cebuanos will appreciate you for it!

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BEGINNERS GUIDE 04 - EMERGENCY

I know I should have made this first (or not?) but anyway its here- your Cebuano Bisaya guide in case of emergency!

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BEGINNERS GUIDE 06 Part2 -EMERGENCY.......

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BEGINNERS GUIDE 07 - WHEN BUYING

When buying around the city, you can use these phrases accordingly!

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