how to say hello in tagalog

The most common way to say hello in Tagalog is:

• Kumusta? – means “Hello/How are you?”

• Modern/variant spelling: Kamusta? – same meaning, just a more casual spelling.

If you want to be polite, especially to elders or strangers, add po :

• Kumusta po? – respectful “Hello/How are you?”

• Kamusta po? – same, polite version.

You can also greet by time of day:

• Magandang umaga – Good morning

• Magandang hapon – Good afternoon

• Magandang gabi – Good evening

A very Filipino-flavored greeting you’ll also hear in formal or ceremonial settings is:

• Mabuhay! – a warm, celebratory greeting like “Welcome!” or “Long live!”

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