Common Names in the Visayas

Hi Ate and Kuya, today's episode is about the common names in the Visayas. You can use this common names to strangers. By using these common names, you can instantly make a connection. Just like in Singapore where we call their elders Auntie or Uncle. In the Philippines we have that too.

Let's dig deeper shall we?

Let's discuss some rules. 
1. Never call a young woman Manang because she will definitely be offended.
2. You use the Manang/ Manong if the person is older than you by maybe 10 or more years.
3. If you commit a mistake just simply say "sorry"
4. Use the Ate/ Kuya/ Inday/ Dodong if the person you are talking to is a young adult or older than you by a few years.
5. The use of Manang/ Manong/ Manoy is acceptable between siblings.
6. Never use these common names when you are inside the office.
7. Using these common names inside the business establishment is a no-no or in formal situations. Use Sir/Ma'am in addressing the person.
8. These are informal ways of calling a stranger. Never use this is formal meetings or events.
9. Native speakers sometimes use Sir/ Ma'am in informal conversations.

If I left out anything in the rules, please leave me a comment below. I'd like to add your suggestion/s in the list.

There you have it Amiga/ Amigo. Talk to you very soon :)

Judy