biyudo
biyúdo with stress marks
widower
Usage Note
Biyudo, from Spanish viudo, refers to a widower — a man whose wife has died. Like biyuda, the term carries emotional and cultural significance in the Philippines, where mourning customs and community support for surviving spouses are deeply embedded in family life.
Examples
" Biyudo na ang lolo ko. "
Natural Translation
My grandfather is already a widower.
Literal Translation
Widower already the grandfather my.
" Biyudo na ang tatay ko. "
Natural Translation
My father is already a widower.
Literal Translation
Widower already the father my.
" Mula nang maging biyudo siya, mas madalas na bumisita ang kanyang mga anak para hindi siya malungkot. "
Natural Translation
Since he became a widower, his children visit more often so that he won't be lonely.
Literal Translation
From when become widower he, more often that visit the his children so-that not he sad.
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