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In our journey through the Cebuano language, one of the essential skills you'll need to master is telling time. Imagine you're in a bustling market in Cebu, and you want to ask when the next boat leaves for a nearby island. Or perhaps, you're meeting a friend for lunch and need to coordinate your schedules. Being able to tell time accurately not only enhances your communication skills but also enriches your cultural experiences when interacting with locals.
 
In this lesson, we will explore the various ways to express time in Cebuano, including how to ask for the time and how to structure your responses. We'll break down the components of telling time, offer numerous examples for clarity, and provide engaging exercises to solidify your understanding.
 
Let's get started!


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== Introduction ==
=== Understanding Time in Cebuano ===
Telling time is an essential skill in any language, and Cebuano is no exception. Being able to ask for and understand the time will help you in your daily life, whether you need to catch a bus, make an appointment, or simply plan your day. In this lesson, you will learn how to tell time in Cebuano, including how to ask for the time and express time in various ways.  
 
Telling time in Cebuano revolves around a few key phrases and vocabulary. To begin, we need to familiarize ourselves with some basic terms related to time.
 
==== Key Vocabulary for Telling Time ====
 
Here, we will look at essential vocabulary that will help you communicate effectively when discussing time.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Cebuano !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| Oras || /ˈo.ras/ || Hour
 
|-
 
| Minuto || /miˈnu.to/ || Minute
 
|-
 
| Segundo || /seˈɡun.do/ || Second
 
|-
 
| Alas || /aˈlas/ || O'clock
 
|-
 
| Sa || /sa/ || At
 
|-
 
| Ug || /ug/ || And
 
|-
 
| Buntag || /bunˈtaɡ/ || Morning
 
|-
 
| Udto || /ˈud.to/ || Noon
 
|-
 
| Hapon || /haˈpon/ || Afternoon
 
|-
 
| Gabii || /ɡaˈbi.i/ || Evening
 
|}
 
Understanding these key terms will lay the groundwork for telling time effectively in Cebuano.
 
=== Asking for the Time ===
 
When you want to know the time, you can use these phrases:
 
1. '''Unsa'y oras?''' (What time is it?)
 
2. '''Alas unsa na?''' (What time is it?)
 
3. '''Unsa na ang oras?''' (What is the time now?)
 
You can also add context to your questions:
 
* '''Unsa'y oras karon?''' (What time is it now?)
 
* '''Unsa na ang oras sa Cebu?''' (What time is it in Cebu?)
 
==== Example Questions ====
 
Let's take a look at some examples of how to ask for the time:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Cebuano !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| Unsa'y oras? || /unˈsaɪ ˈo.ras/ || What time is it?
 
|-
 
| Alas unsa na? || /aˈlas unˈsa na/ || What time is it?
 
|-
 
| Unsa na ang oras? || /unˈsa na aŋ ˈo.ras/ || What is the time now?
 
|-
 
| Unsa'y oras karon? || /unˈsaɪ ˈo.ras kaˈron/ || What time is it now?
 
|-
 
| Unsa na ang oras sa Cebu? || /unˈsa na aŋ ˈo.ras sa seˈbu/ || What time is it in Cebu?
 
|}
 
=== Expressing the Time ===
 
When responding to a question about the time, you structure your answer by combining the hour and minutes. The format generally follows:
 
'''[Hour] + [Minuto] + [Sa] + [Buntag/Udto/Hapon/Gabii]'''
 
For example:
 
* '''Alas dos sa buntag.''' (It's two o'clock in the morning.)
 
* '''Alas kwatro y medya sa hapon.''' (It's four thirty in the afternoon.)
 
==== Example Responses ====
 
Here are some examples of how to express time in Cebuano:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Cebuano !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| Alas una sa kaadlawon. || /aˈlas ˈu.no sa bunˈtaɡ/ || It's one o'clock in the morning.
 
|-
 
| Alas dos sa buntag. || /aˈlas ˈdos sa bunˈtaɡ/ || It's two o'clock in the morning.
 
|-
 
| Alas tres sa hapon. || /aˈlas ˈtres sa ˈud.to/ || It's three o'clock at noon.
 
|-
 
| Alas kwatro sa hapon. || /aˈlas ˈkwa.tro sa haˈpon/ || It's four o'clock in the afternoon.
 
|-
 
| Alas singko y medya sa hapon. || /aˈlas ˈsiŋ.ko i ˈme.dja sa haˈpon/ || It's four thirty in the afternoon.
 
|-
 
| Alas sais sa gabii. || /aˈlas ˈsais sa ɡaˈbi.i/ || It's six o'clock in the evening.
 
|-
 
| Alas otso y kwarenta y cinco sa gabii. || /aˈlas ˈot.so i kwaˈren.ta i ˈsiŋ.ko sa ɡaˈbi.i/ || It's eight forty-five in the evening.
 
|}
 
=== Understanding the Time Format ===
 
In Cebuano, time is often expressed in a 12-hour format. Here’s how you can express the time:
 
* '''Before noon (midday):''' Use "sa buntag" (in the morning).
 
* '''Noon:''' Use "sa udto" (at noon).
 
* '''After noon until sunset:''' Use "sa hapon" (in the afternoon).
 
* '''After sunset until midnight:''' Use "sa gabii" (in the evening).
 
This structure is crucial for clarity when discussing time.
 
=== Using Minutes and Seconds ===
 
When you want to include minutes or seconds, you can use the following structure:
 
* '''Alas [Hour] ug [Minutes]''' (It’s [Hour] and [Minutes])
 
* '''Alas [Hour] ug [Minutes] sa [Buntag/Udto/Hapon/Gabii]''' (It's [Hour] and [Minutes] in [Morning/Noon/Afternoon/Evening])
 
For example:
 
* '''Alas dos ug napulo sa buntag.''' (It's two and ten minutes in the morning.)
 
* '''Alas tres ug tunga sa hapon.''' (It's three and thirty minutes in the afternoon.)
 
==== Example Including Minutes ====
 
Here are some examples that include minutes:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Cebuano !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| Alas uno ug napulo sa buntag. || /aˈlas ˈu.no ug naˈpu.lo sa bunˈtaɡ/ || It's one and ten minutes in the morning.


== Asking for the Time ==
|-
Before you can tell time in Cebuano, you need to know how to ask for it. Here are some common ways to ask for the time:


* Unsa man karon nga orasa? - What time is it now?
| Alas dos ug napulo'y lima sa udto. || /aˈlas ˈdos ug naˈpu.loʔ i ˈli.ma sa ˈud.to/ || It's two and fifteen minutes at noon.
* Unsaon pag-ayo sa orasa? - How do you say the time?


Note that "orasa" means "time" in Cebuano.
|-


== Expressing Time in Cebuano ==
| Alas kwatro ug tunga sa hapon. || /aˈlas ˈkwa.tro ug ˈtuŋ.ɡa sa haˈpon/ || It's four and thirty minutes in the afternoon.
Cebuano uses the 12-hour clock system, just like in English. However, there are some differences in how time is expressed.


=== Expressing Half Past the Hour ===
|-
In English, when the time is half past the hour, we say something like "It's half past one" or "It's half past five." In Cebuano, however, we use the word "ka" to mean "half."


Here is how to express time when it is half past the hour:
| Alas sais ug usa sa gabii. || /aˈlas ˈsais ug uˈsa sa ɡaˈbi.i/ || It's six and one minute in the evening.


* 1:30 - Usang ka tunga sa usa
|}
* 2:30 - Duha ka tunga sa dos
* 3:30 - Tulo ka tunga sa tres
* 4:30 - Upat ka tunga sa kwatro
* 5:30 - Lima ka tunga sa singko


Note that the word "ka" is placed between the number of hours and the word "tunga sa" (half past).
=== Practicing Telling Time ===


=== Expressing Quarter Past and Quarter to the Hour ===
Now that you've learned how to ask for and give time in Cebuano, it's time to practice! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce your learning.
In English, when the time is a quarter past the hour, we say something like "It's a quarter past one" or "It's a quarter past five." When the time is a quarter to the hour, we say something like "It's a quarter to two" or "It's a quarter to six."


In Cebuano, we use the word "kwarda" to mean "quarter." Here is how to express time when it is a quarter past or a quarter to the hour:
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====


* 1:15 - Usang kwarda sa usa
Complete the sentences using the correct Cebuano terms for time.
* 2:15 - Usang kwarda sa dos
* 3:15 - Usang kwarda sa tres
* 4:15 - Usang kwarda sa kwatro
* 5:15 - Usang kwarda sa singko
* 1:45 - Kwatrong kwarda sa dos
* 2:45 - Kwatrong kwarda sa tres
* 3:45 - Kwatrong kwarda sa kwatro
* 4:45 - Kwatrong kwarda sa singko
* 5:45 - Kwatrong kwarda sa unum


Note that the word "kwarda" is placed after the number of hours when expressing a quarter past the hour, and before the number of hours when expressing a quarter to the hour.
1. Unsa'y ______? (What time is it?)


=== Expressing Minutes Past the Hour ===
2. ______ na ang oras? (What time is it?)
To express the exact time in Cebuano, we simply say the number of hours followed by the number of minutes past the hour.


Here are some examples:
3. Alas ______ sa ______. (It's [Hour] in [Time of Day].)


* 1:05 - Usang ala-una ug lima ka
''Solutions:''
* 2:10 - Duha ka ug napulo
* 3:20 - Tulo ka ug kawha-an
* 4:25 - Upat ka ug baynte-singko
* 5:35 - Lima ka ug kawha-an ug tunga


Note that the word "ug" means "and" in Cebuano, and "ka" is used to mean "minutes."
1. oras


=== Expressing Midnight and Noon ===
2. Unsa
In English, we use the terms "midnight" and "noon" to refer to 12:00 AM and 12:00 PM, respectively.  


In Cebuano, we use the words "hatinggabi" and "hatinggum-a," which literally mean "midnight" and "midday," respectively.
3. (Any appropriate hour and time of day)


Here is how to express midnight and noon in Cebuano:
==== Exercise 2: Translate the Questions ====


* Midnight - Hatinggabi
Translate the following questions into Cebuano.
* Noon - Hatinggum-a


== Practice Exercises ==
1. What time is it now?


<ol start="1">
2. What time is it in Cebu?
<li>What time is it now? Answer in Cebuano.</li>
<table class="wikitable">
<th>Cebuano</th>
<th>Pronunciation</th>
<th>English Translation</th>
<tr>
<td>Unsa ang orasa karon?</td>
<td>oon-sah ahng oh-rah-sah kah-ron</td>
<td>What time is it now?</td>
</tr>
</table>


<li>Express the following times in Cebuano:</li>
''Solutions:''
<table class="wikitable">
<th>Clock Time</th>
<th>Cebuano Translation</th>
<th>English Translation</th>
<tr>
<td>8:45 AM</td>
<td>Walumpa ka ug kwatrong kwarda sa buntag</td>
<td>Quarter to nine in the morning</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>12:00 PM</td>
<td>Hatinggum-a na</td>
<td>Noon</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2:30 PM</td>
<td>Duha ka tunga sa ala-una sa hapon</td>
<td>Half past two in the afternoon</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7:15 PM</td>
<td>Pito ka ug usang kwarda sa gabii</td>
<td>Quarter past seven in the evening</td>
</tr>
</table>


<li>Complete the following sentences with the correct time in Cebuano:</li>
1. Unsa'y oras karon?


<ol>
2. Unsa na ang oras sa Cebu?
<li>
Sa lunes, aduna akong klase sa ____________.
<ul>
<li>Answer: Sayo ka ug baynte</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Nagkaon mi sa among ____________ sa tunga sa adlaw.
<ul>
<li>Answer: Duha ka ug tunga sa ala-una</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Ang amoa nga byahe mosugod sa ____________ sa hapon.
<ul>
<li>Answer: Upat ka ug kwarenta'y lima sa tarde</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>


</ol>
==== Exercise 3: Time Expression Match ====


Congratulations! You just learned how to tell time in Cebuano. Practice asking for and expressing time using different clock times to improve your skills.  
Match the Cebuano phrases with their English translations.
 
| Cebuano Phrase | English Translation |
 
|----------------|---------------------|
 
| Alas tres sa udto | It's three o'clock at noon. |
 
| Alas kwatro y tunga sa hapon | It's four thirty in the afternoon. |
 
''Solutions:''
 
* Alas tres sa udto → It's three o'clock at noon.
 
* Alas kwatro y tunga sa hapon → It's four thirty in the afternoon.
 
==== Exercise 4: Answer the Questions ====
 
Respond to the following questions in Cebuano.
 
1. What time is it now? (Assume it’s 2:15 PM)
 
2. What time is it in the morning? (Assume it’s 10:00 AM)
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. Alas dos ug napulo'y lima sa hapon.
 
2. Alas diyes sa buntag.
 
==== Exercise 5: Time Format Practice ====
 
Convert the following times into Cebuano.
 
1. 3:45 PM
 
2. 7:15 AM
 
''Solutions:''
 
1. Alas kwatro y kwarenta'y lima sa hapon.
 
2. Alas siyete ug kinse sa buntag.
 
==== Exercise 6: Create Your Own Sentences ====
 
Using the vocabulary learned, create three sentences telling the time.
 
''Solutions:''
 
(Answers will vary; students should create their own sentences.)
 
==== Exercise 7: Listening Exercise ====
 
Listen to a conversation where two people are discussing the time. Write down the times mentioned.
 
''Solutions:''
 
(Answers will vary based on the audio provided.)
 
=== Conclusion ===
 
In this lesson, we've covered the essential vocabulary and structures needed to ask for and tell time in Cebuano. Being able to communicate about time is crucial for daily interactions, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning events, or simply checking in with friends. Make sure to practice regularly to build your confidence and proficiency in this area.
 
Continue to explore the richness of the Cebuano language as you progress through the rest of the course. Remember, practice makes perfect, and don't hesitate to engage with the language as much as you can!


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==Sources==
* [https://www.cebuanoteacher.com/2013/05/how-to-tell-time-in-cebuano-or-visayan.html How to Tell Time in Cebuano or Visayan Part II]
* [https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/Cebuano Cebuano - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com]
* [http://www.molecularrecipes.com/the-real/cebuano-happy-birthday-bisaya-greetings cebuano happy birthday bisaya greetings]
 
 
 
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* [[Language/Cebuano/Vocabulary/How-to-Say-Hello-and-Greetings|How to Say Hello and Greetings]]
* [[Language/Cebuano/Vocabulary/Feelings-and-Emotions|Feelings and Emotions]]
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* [[Language/Cebuano/Vocabulary/Common-Places|Common Places]]
* [[Language/Cebuano/Vocabulary/Months-and-Seasons|Months and Seasons]]
* [[Language/Cebuano/Vocabulary/Greetings-and-Goodbyes|Greetings and Goodbyes]]
* [[Language/Cebuano/Vocabulary/Count-to-10|Count to 10]]
 
 




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Cebuano → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Telling Time

In our journey through the Cebuano language, one of the essential skills you'll need to master is telling time. Imagine you're in a bustling market in Cebu, and you want to ask when the next boat leaves for a nearby island. Or perhaps, you're meeting a friend for lunch and need to coordinate your schedules. Being able to tell time accurately not only enhances your communication skills but also enriches your cultural experiences when interacting with locals.

In this lesson, we will explore the various ways to express time in Cebuano, including how to ask for the time and how to structure your responses. We'll break down the components of telling time, offer numerous examples for clarity, and provide engaging exercises to solidify your understanding.

Let's get started!

Understanding Time in Cebuano[edit | edit source]

Telling time in Cebuano revolves around a few key phrases and vocabulary. To begin, we need to familiarize ourselves with some basic terms related to time.

Key Vocabulary for Telling Time[edit | edit source]

Here, we will look at essential vocabulary that will help you communicate effectively when discussing time.

Cebuano Pronunciation English
Oras /ˈo.ras/ Hour
Minuto /miˈnu.to/ Minute
Segundo /seˈɡun.do/ Second
Alas /aˈlas/ O'clock
Sa /sa/ At
Ug /ug/ And
Buntag /bunˈtaɡ/ Morning
Udto /ˈud.to/ Noon
Hapon /haˈpon/ Afternoon
Gabii /ɡaˈbi.i/ Evening

Understanding these key terms will lay the groundwork for telling time effectively in Cebuano.

Asking for the Time[edit | edit source]

When you want to know the time, you can use these phrases:

1. Unsa'y oras? (What time is it?)

2. Alas unsa na? (What time is it?)

3. Unsa na ang oras? (What is the time now?)

You can also add context to your questions:

  • Unsa'y oras karon? (What time is it now?)
  • Unsa na ang oras sa Cebu? (What time is it in Cebu?)

Example Questions[edit | edit source]

Let's take a look at some examples of how to ask for the time:

Cebuano Pronunciation English
Unsa'y oras? /unˈsaɪ ˈo.ras/ What time is it?
Alas unsa na? /aˈlas unˈsa na/ What time is it?
Unsa na ang oras? /unˈsa na aŋ ˈo.ras/ What is the time now?
Unsa'y oras karon? /unˈsaɪ ˈo.ras kaˈron/ What time is it now?
Unsa na ang oras sa Cebu? /unˈsa na aŋ ˈo.ras sa seˈbu/ What time is it in Cebu?

Expressing the Time[edit | edit source]

When responding to a question about the time, you structure your answer by combining the hour and minutes. The format generally follows:

[Hour] + [Minuto] + [Sa] + [Buntag/Udto/Hapon/Gabii]

For example:

  • Alas dos sa buntag. (It's two o'clock in the morning.)
  • Alas kwatro y medya sa hapon. (It's four thirty in the afternoon.)

Example Responses[edit | edit source]

Here are some examples of how to express time in Cebuano:

Cebuano Pronunciation English
Alas una sa kaadlawon. /aˈlas ˈu.no sa bunˈtaɡ/ It's one o'clock in the morning.
Alas dos sa buntag. /aˈlas ˈdos sa bunˈtaɡ/ It's two o'clock in the morning.
Alas tres sa hapon. /aˈlas ˈtres sa ˈud.to/ It's three o'clock at noon.
Alas kwatro sa hapon. /aˈlas ˈkwa.tro sa haˈpon/ It's four o'clock in the afternoon.
Alas singko y medya sa hapon. /aˈlas ˈsiŋ.ko i ˈme.dja sa haˈpon/ It's four thirty in the afternoon.
Alas sais sa gabii. /aˈlas ˈsais sa ɡaˈbi.i/ It's six o'clock in the evening.
Alas otso y kwarenta y cinco sa gabii. /aˈlas ˈot.so i kwaˈren.ta i ˈsiŋ.ko sa ɡaˈbi.i/ It's eight forty-five in the evening.

Understanding the Time Format[edit | edit source]

In Cebuano, time is often expressed in a 12-hour format. Here’s how you can express the time:

  • Before noon (midday): Use "sa buntag" (in the morning).
  • Noon: Use "sa udto" (at noon).
  • After noon until sunset: Use "sa hapon" (in the afternoon).
  • After sunset until midnight: Use "sa gabii" (in the evening).

This structure is crucial for clarity when discussing time.

Using Minutes and Seconds[edit | edit source]

When you want to include minutes or seconds, you can use the following structure:

  • Alas [Hour] ug [Minutes] (It’s [Hour] and [Minutes])
  • Alas [Hour] ug [Minutes] sa [Buntag/Udto/Hapon/Gabii] (It's [Hour] and [Minutes] in [Morning/Noon/Afternoon/Evening])

For example:

  • Alas dos ug napulo sa buntag. (It's two and ten minutes in the morning.)
  • Alas tres ug tunga sa hapon. (It's three and thirty minutes in the afternoon.)

Example Including Minutes[edit | edit source]

Here are some examples that include minutes:

Cebuano Pronunciation English
Alas uno ug napulo sa buntag. /aˈlas ˈu.no ug naˈpu.lo sa bunˈtaɡ/ It's one and ten minutes in the morning.
Alas dos ug napulo'y lima sa udto. /aˈlas ˈdos ug naˈpu.loʔ i ˈli.ma sa ˈud.to/ It's two and fifteen minutes at noon.
Alas kwatro ug tunga sa hapon. /aˈlas ˈkwa.tro ug ˈtuŋ.ɡa sa haˈpon/ It's four and thirty minutes in the afternoon.
Alas sais ug usa sa gabii. /aˈlas ˈsais ug uˈsa sa ɡaˈbi.i/ It's six and one minute in the evening.

Practicing Telling Time[edit | edit source]

Now that you've learned how to ask for and give time in Cebuano, it's time to practice! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce your learning.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences using the correct Cebuano terms for time.

1. Unsa'y ______? (What time is it?)

2. ______ na ang oras? (What time is it?)

3. Alas ______ sa ______. (It's [Hour] in [Time of Day].)

Solutions:

1. oras

2. Unsa

3. (Any appropriate hour and time of day)

Exercise 2: Translate the Questions[edit | edit source]

Translate the following questions into Cebuano.

1. What time is it now?

2. What time is it in Cebu?

Solutions:

1. Unsa'y oras karon?

2. Unsa na ang oras sa Cebu?

Exercise 3: Time Expression Match[edit | edit source]

Match the Cebuano phrases with their English translations.

| Cebuano Phrase | English Translation |

|----------------|---------------------|

| Alas tres sa udto | It's three o'clock at noon. |

| Alas kwatro y tunga sa hapon | It's four thirty in the afternoon. |

Solutions:

  • Alas tres sa udto → It's three o'clock at noon.
  • Alas kwatro y tunga sa hapon → It's four thirty in the afternoon.

Exercise 4: Answer the Questions[edit | edit source]

Respond to the following questions in Cebuano.

1. What time is it now? (Assume it’s 2:15 PM)

2. What time is it in the morning? (Assume it’s 10:00 AM)

Solutions:

1. Alas dos ug napulo'y lima sa hapon.

2. Alas diyes sa buntag.

Exercise 5: Time Format Practice[edit | edit source]

Convert the following times into Cebuano.

1. 3:45 PM

2. 7:15 AM

Solutions:

1. Alas kwatro y kwarenta'y lima sa hapon.

2. Alas siyete ug kinse sa buntag.

Exercise 6: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the vocabulary learned, create three sentences telling the time.

Solutions:

(Answers will vary; students should create their own sentences.)

Exercise 7: Listening Exercise[edit | edit source]

Listen to a conversation where two people are discussing the time. Write down the times mentioned.

Solutions:

(Answers will vary based on the audio provided.)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we've covered the essential vocabulary and structures needed to ask for and tell time in Cebuano. Being able to communicate about time is crucial for daily interactions, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning events, or simply checking in with friends. Make sure to practice regularly to build your confidence and proficiency in this area.

Continue to explore the richness of the Cebuano language as you progress through the rest of the course. Remember, practice makes perfect, and don't hesitate to engage with the language as much as you can!

Table of Contents - Cebuano Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Basic Expressions


Basic Sentence Structure


Numbers and Time


Questions and Responses


Common Nouns


Pronouns


Colors and Adjectives


Adjective Agreement


Places and Directions


Everyday Life in Cebu


Days and Months


Festivals and Celebrations

Sources[edit | edit source]


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]




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