cebuano
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Definition
Proper noun 1. An Austronesian language: Cebuano is a language spoken primarily in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines, notably on the island of Cebu. It is a major language of the Philippines.
Usage Notes
- Cebuano is the name of a specific language. It is always capitalized.
- It is also historically and informally known as or , although these terms can sometimes refer more broadly to the Visayan language group.
- As a proper noun, it is not typically used with articles (e.g., "the Cebuano") unless specifying a particular aspect (e.g., "the Cebuano spoken in northern Mindanao").
Examples
- As a subject:
- As an object:
- As a modifier:
Advanced Usage
- In linguistic contexts, Cebuano is classified under the Central Philippine branch of the Malayo-Polynesian languages.
- The term can be used attributively to describe cultural products, e.g., , .
Variants and Related Words
- Bisaya / Binisaya: Common alternate names for the Cebuano language, though their scope can be ambiguous.
- Sebuano: An older, less common spelling variant.
Synonyms
- Visayan: This is a broader, less precise synonym, as it refers to the larger group of languages including Cebuano, Hiligaynon, and Waray-Waray. It is often used interchangeably by non-specialists.
Related Phrases
- Cebuano speaker: A person whose native or fluent language is Cebuano.
- In Cebuano: A phrase used to indicate the language of communication or translation.
- The instructions are written in Cebuano.
Noun
- language of the people of Cebu in the Philippines; its lexicon contributes to the official language of the Philippines