What matinahuron means
How to say “polite” in Bisaya
matinahuron in real sentences
Pulled from the listening library inside the app, where 4 recorded sentences use this word. Every line below is a recording, not a written-out example.
- Beginner
Nagdako siya nga matinahuron.
He grew up respectful.
- Advanced
Ang kakapoy nga nag-ugmad gikan sa sobra nga paggukod sa ambisyon mokupot sa kalag, mahimong usa ka matinahuron nga kauban.
Fatigue cultivated from relentless pursuit of ambition grips the soul, becoming a respectful companion.
- Advanced
Ang mga sugilanon sa mga katigulangan, nga gihatag pinaagi sa mga sona sa gabii, karon gihinumdom lamang sa pipila ka mga matinahuron.
The elders' tales, once shared over evening fires, are now remembered only by a respectful few.
- Advanced
Ang matinahuron nga pagtan-aw sa usa ka maestro sa iyang mga biktorya ug kapildihan naghatag kanato og bag-ong mga pamalandong sa kinabuhi.
A maestro's reverent reflection on their victories and defeats gives us new perspectives on life.
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Questions about matinahuron
What does "matinahuron" mean in English?
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Matinahuron means polite in Bisaya (Cebuano).
How do you pronounce "matinahuron"?
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Matinahuron is said ma-ti-na-hu-ron, 5 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 "matinahuron" in a sentence?
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"Pagmatinahuron kanunay sa mga tigulang." means "Always be polite to elders.".
How common is "matinahuron" in Bisaya?
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It is word number 965 of the 1,000 most frequent Bisaya words, and 4 of the 15,000 recorded sentences in MyBisayaTutor use it.
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