Luwason

to save; to rescueverb

Alternative meanings

Luwason means to save or to rescue in Cebuano/Bisaya. It is used when someone saves a person, animal, or thing from danger, trouble, or harm.

Pronunciation

loo-WAH-son

Root and affixes

Root: luwas = safe, free from danger. Luwason = to save or bring someone to safety. Related: kaluwasan = safety or salvation.

Variants or conjugations

luwason; luwas; giluwas; kaluwasan

Related words and expressions

save; rescue; protect; safe; safety; danger; help

Meaning and usage notes

Luwason can be used for physically saving someone or rescuing them from a difficult situation. Kaluwasan is the related noun: safety, salvation, or being safe.