Esmiringhoy

**Esmiringhoy** *(noun; Bisaya slang)*

A Bisaya slang term referring to the act of **making love** or **engaging in sexual intercourse**. The word is used colloquially and is generally understood in informal conversations among Bisaya speakers. Depending on the context, it may be used humorously, playfully, or as a euphemism for sexual activity.

**Sample Bisaya Sentences:**

1. **Abi nako'g nagtulog ra sila, pero nag-esmiringhoy diay.**

*(I thought they were just sleeping, but they were actually making love.)*

2. **Ayaw saba kay basin nag-esmiringhoy pa ang magtiayon.**

*(Don't make noise because the married couple might still be making love.)*

3. **Sa among lugar, ang "esmiringhoy" maoy slang nga pulong para sa paghigugma sa magtiayon.**

*(In our area, "esmiringhoy" is a slang word for making love between husband and wife.)*

Esmiringhoy by DJ Harmless August 2, 2026