Nalipay ko nga higala ta

I am glad to have you as a friend

Pronunciation

nah-LEE-pie koh ngah hee-GAH-lah tah (approximately)

Word by word

nalipay = I am glad or happy
ko = I
nga = that
higala ta = we are friends

Meaning and context

This is a warm expression for telling a friend that you value their presence and appreciate the bond you share. In Bisaya, it is naturally expressed as being glad that the two of you are friends.