Filipino · Numbers & Time
walo
Eight
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number eight.
Example
Nagsisimula ang trabaho nang alas-otso.
Work starts at eight.
Etymology
'Walo' is derived from the Proto-Austronesian *walu, meaning 'eight.' This form has been preserved in various Austronesian languages as well.
How & Where It’s Used
'Walo' can be encountered in both casual and formal discourse, making it versatile for spoken and written language throughout the Philippines.