Language/Tagalog/Vocabulary/Greetings-and-Farewells
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As a Tagalog language teacher with 20 years of experience, I have noticed that greetings and farewells are essential in any conversation. They set the tone and give an impression of the speaker. In this Tagalog vocabulary lesson, you will learn common Tagalog greetings and farewells that will help you connect with Tagalog speakers in the Philippines or anywhere else in the world.
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Common Greetings
Tagalog people are friendly and often greet each other with a smile. A simple "hello" can do wonders to start a conversation or make new friends. Here are some of the most common greetings:
- Magandang araw! (Good day!)
- Magandang umaga! (Good morning!)
- Magandang tanghali! (Good noon!)
- Magandang hapon! (Good afternoon!)
- Magandang gabi! (Good evening!)
- Kumusta ka? (How are you?)
- Kamusta? (Another way to ask "How are you?")
When you greet someone, it is common to use "po" at the end to show politeness. For example, "Magandang araw po!" or "Kumusta ka po?"
Common Farewells
Just like greetings, it is important to know how to say goodbye in Tagalog. It is a way to show respect and express gratitude. Here are some common Tagalog farewells:
- Paalam. (Goodbye.)
- Hanggang sa muli. (Until we meet again.)
- Hanggang sa susunod na pagkikita. (Until the next meeting.)
- Ingat. (Take care.)
- Maraming salamat. (Many thanks.)
- Salamat po. (Thank you po.)
- Sige, magkita tayo mamaya. (See you later.)
It is important to know that "po" can also be used at the end of some farewells to show that you are respectful. For example, "Paalam po!" or "Salamat po!"
Cultural Information
In the Philippines, it is important to show respect to others, especially to older people or those in a higher position. Greetings are often accompanied by a bow or a handshake. It is also common to use "mano" when greeting elders. Mano is a sign of respect that involves placing the back of your hand on your forehead and bowing slightly.
In business settings, it is common to use titles such as "Ginoong" (Mr.), "Ginang" (Mrs.), and "Binibini" (Miss) followed by the person's last name. For example, "Ginoong Santos" or "Ginang Cruz."
Vocabulary
Let's take a look at some of the vocabulary used in this lesson:
| Tagalog | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Magandang araw | mah-gan-DANG ah-RAW | Good day |
| Magandang umaga | mah-gan-DANG oo-MAH-ga | Good morning |
| Magandang tanghali | mah-gan-DANG tung-HA-lee | Good noon |
| Magandang hapon | mah-gan-DANG ha-PON | Good afternoon |
| Magandang gabi | mah-gan-DANG GA-bee | Good evening |
| Kumusta ka? | koo-MUS-ta ka? | How are you? |
| Kamusta? | ka-MUS-ta? | How are you? |
| Paalam | pa-AH-lam | Goodbye |
| Hanggang sa muli | hang-GANG sa MOO-lee | Until we meet again |
| Hanggang sa susunod na pagkikita | hang-GANG sa soo-so-NOD na pag-kee-KEE-ta | Until the next meeting |
| Ingat | in-GAT | Take care |
| Maraming salamat | ma-ra-MING sa-LA-mat | Many thanks |
| Sige, magkita tayo mamaya | SEE-ge, MAG-kee-TA TA-yo ma-MA-ya | See you later |
Practice
Here are some phrases for you to practice saying. Try to repeat them out loud and pay attention to the pronunciation:
- Magandang umaga po!
- Kumusta po kayo?
- Ingat po kayo!
- Paalam po!
- Kamusta ka na?
- Magandang hapon po!
- Hanggang sa susunod!
Conclusion
In this Tagalog vocabulary lesson, we have learned common Tagalog greetings and farewells. Remember to show respect by using "po" at the end of your greetings and farewells when appropriate. Knowing these basic phrases will help you connect with Tagalog speakers and make a good impression. Practice these phrases until they become second nature, and they will be useful in various situations. Good luck!
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