Filipino · Numbers & Time
lima
Five
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number five.
Example
Uuwi ako nang alas-singko.
I go home at five.
Etymology
Derived from the Proto-Austronesian *lima, 'lima' means 'five.' This numeral has consistently appeared in various forms across Austronesian languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Lima' is used in both spoken and written form in casual and formal contexts. It is recognized across all Filipino dialects, with notable usage in educational settings.