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How to Know If You’re the Average Cebuana’s Type

Lorraine Villorejo
3 min readApr 11, 2024
Man and woman holding each other’s hands
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Have you heard of the lyrics:

“You really need a Cebuana

I’m more than a summertime lover”

It’s from a popular Filipino song called ‘Cebuana.’ What those lyrics — and the entire song — basically talk about is how Cebuanas are great to have as long-term lovers.

If you want a relationship that’s serious and still enjoyable, then you really need a Cebuana.

But therein lies the question, does a Cebuana need you?

Or, in other words, are you the average Cebuana’s type?

The good thing about Cebuanas is that they know exactly what they want in a man and won’t hesitate to let you know whether or not you made the cut. You won’t need to play guessing games with them.

Of course, the ideal type varies from person to person. But in general, Cebuanas tend to gravitate towards certain characteristics in a man.

Let’s take a look at what pulls the average Cebuano woman.

A Cebuana likes a man who…

1. Knows how to have fun.

If you’re familiar with Filipino culture, you’ve likely heard of their famous tagline, “It’s more fun in the Philippines!”

From the hundreds of festivals held each year to the seemingly never-ending karaoke sessions, it would be hard to find a Filipino who doesn’t know how to have fun. Cebuanas, in particular, thrive in grand celebrations.

So, in a way, they don’t like uptight men. The average Cebuana’s type is someone she knows she can have fun with.

2. Is family-oriented.

One of the distinct traits that Filipinos are known for is their love for their family. It’s not uncommon to see family members still choosing to live with one another or at the very least are close to each other even after forming families of their own.

This is why the average Cebuana usually gravitates towards men who have close ties with their family. If she can see that you value your family more than anything, then she knows that any family she builds with you is in good hands.

3. Is expressive and affectionate.

No one wants a lover who feels cold and distant. Cebuanas, especially, with their loud acts of love and sincere passion, don’t want a boyfriend or a husband who shies away from affection.

You don’t have to be extremely clingy or be bold with public displays of affection. But little gestures that constantly remind her of your love will go a long way.

4. Can stand on his own two feet.

When a Cebuana gets into a relationship with a man, she does so with the intention of possibly building a home with him in the future. And, in this economy, a home isn’t easy to build, whether it be in the literal or figurative sense.

This means that the average Cebuana’s type is less likely to be a man who barely has his life together and can’t even stand on his own two feet. If you want a relationship with a Cebuana to last, then you need to show her that you won’t be deadweight.

5. Is serious about her.

Commitment is very important to a Cebuana. Marriage is usually the end-goal for these ladies when it comes to getting into a relationship.

Of course, not all of them are the same and there are some that aren’t interested in marriage and have no problem fooling around — but this isn’t a common mindset.

This is largely due to the Philippines being a religiously conservative nation, hence Filipino women tend to be more traditional.

So, when you’re pursuing a Cebuana or are in a relationship with one, it’s better to show her that you’re serious about her. Don’t treat her like she’s nothing more than the flavor of the week.

If you’ve checked off everything on this list, then the average Cebuana definitely needs you as much as you need her. Through this mutual need for each other can you form a love that lasts longer than summertime and can survive the coldest of winters.

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