How to pronounce “kapuyon”

Cebuano Word: kapuyon

Part of speech: Adjective / Verb (State Verb)

Meaning & Usage:

“Kapuyon” means “to feel tired” or “to get exhausted.” It describes the state of being physically or mentally tired due to work, travel, or other activities.

Example Sentences:

1. Kapuyon ko human sa tibuok adlaw nga trabaho.
   (I feel tired after a whole day of work.)
2. Dali ra siya kapuyon tungod kay wala siya nag-exercise.
   (He/She gets tired easily because they don’t exercise.)
3. Kung kapuyon ka, pahulay usa.
   (If you feel tired, take a rest first.)

Short Conversation:

Juan: Kapuyon na ko, dugay na ta naglakaw.
(I’m getting tired, we’ve been walking for a long time.)

Ana: Sige, magpahuway ta kadali sa kanang bangko.
(Alright, let’s rest for a while on that bench.)

Juan: Maayo kay init kaayo ang panahon.
(Good, because the weather is really hot.)

Ana: Oo, kinahanglan ta ug tubig aron dili ta ma-dehydrate.
(Yes, we need water so we don’t get dehydrated.)