Gikapoy ka?

Are you tired?

Pronunciation

gee-KAH-poy kah (approximately)

Word by word

gi- = marks an experienced state or sensation
kapoy = tiredness or being tired
ka = you

Meaning and context

This is a short everyday question used to ask whether another person feels tired. Depending on the situation and tone, it may refer to physical fatigue or mental exhaustion. Cebuano does not mark gender in ka, so the same phrase applies to anyone. A simple affirmative answer is Oo, gikapoy ko, meaning Yes, I am tired.