What mas maayo means
How to say “better” in Bisaya
mas maayo in real sentences
Pulled from the listening library inside the app, where 143 recorded sentences use this word. Every line below is a recording, not a written-out example.
- Beginner
Mas maayo siya moluto kay ako.
She cooks better than I do.
- Intermediate
Ang matag adlaw usa ka oportunidad nga mahimong mas maayo.
Every day is an opportunity to become better.
- Advanced
Ang kabantog sa integridad nag-uban sa mga tawong gipanaminan sa paglaum sa ugma nga mas maayo.
The renown of integrity accompanies those who reflect hope for a better tomorrow.
- Beginner
Mas maayo siya sa online test.
He's better at the online test.
- Intermediate
Mas maayo ang personal nga panag-istorya kay sa chat lamang.
Personal conversation is better than chatting alone.
- Advanced
Sa paggapas sa mas maayong kaugmaon, ang usa ka tawo nagbilin og kasingkasing nga mingaw sa ilang gigikanan.
In pursuit of a better future, one leaves behind a heart longing for their homeland.
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Questions about mas maayo
What does "mas maayo" mean in English?
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Mas maayo means better in Bisaya (Cebuano).
How do you pronounce "mas maayo"?
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Mas maayo is said mas ma-a-yo, 4 syllables. Cebuano is written phonetically, so the spelling tells you the pronunciation. There is a recording of it on this page.
How do you use "mas maayo" in a sentence?
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"Mas maayo ning pagkaona." means "This food is better.".
How common is "mas maayo" in Bisaya?
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It is word number 549 of the 1,000 most frequent Bisaya words, and 143 of the 15,000 recorded sentences in MyBisayaTutor use it.
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