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IMAGE from Unsplash<\/span><\/em><\/p>\nKumusta<\/strong><\/p>\n This is a common greeting that means “How are you?” in English. This phrase was borrowed from the Spanish words \u201ccomo estas?\u201d which has the same meaning. It’s pronounced as “koo-moo-stah.”<\/p>\n Salamat<\/strong><\/p>\n Expressing gratitude is not only appreciated in the Philippines, but in other countries as well. Just say \u201cSalamat\u201d every time you want to say \u201cThank you,\u201d and it will surely make a difference. It’s pronounced as “sah-lah-maht.”<\/p>\n Oo\/Hindi<\/strong><\/p>\n The former means “Yes,” while the latter means “No” in English. To agree, say \u201cOo,\u201d and when you don’t, it\u2019s \u201cHindi.\u201d Oo is pronounced as “oh-oh,” while hindi is “hin-dee.”<\/p>\n Po<\/strong><\/p>\n Opo is the polite version of Oo.\u00a0Po doesn’t have a direct English translation but is added at the end of sentences to convey respect, much like how the Japanese use honorifics when addressing someone. It’s pronounced as “po.”<\/p>\n Kuya\/Ate<\/strong><\/p>\n Kuya\/Ate are used to address older siblings and relatives or other people who are older than you. “Kuya” is used for older brothers or male relatives and acquaintances. It’s pronounced as “koo-yah.” Meanwhile, “Ate” is used for older sisters or female relatives and colleagues. It’s pronounced as “ah-teh.”<\/p>\n Tara<\/strong><\/p>\n The closest translation is \u201cLet\u2019s go!\u201d in English. It\u2019s a phrase locals use when inviting someone to do something or go somewhere. It’s pronounced as “tah-rah.”<\/p>\n Pwede<\/strong><\/p>\n This means “Can” or “May” in English. It’s pronounced as “pweh-deh.”<\/p>\n Magandang araw\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n This means “Good day” in English. It’s pronounced as “mah-gahn-dahng ah-rahw.”<\/p>\n Paalam<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Paalam is the Filipino term used when saying goodbye whenever you or someone else is leaving a place. It’s pronounced as “pa-a-lam.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Ingat<\/strong><\/p>\n This is a way of saying “Take care” in English. You may say this to someone to express your concern over their safety or to wish them well. It’s pronounced as “in-gaht.”<\/p>\n Walang anuman A Filipino phrase that means “you’re welcome.” If people say “salamat” or “thank you” for your act towards them, you may say “walang anuman” as a polite way of returning the gesture. It’s pronounced as “wa-lang a-noo-man.”<\/p>\n Masarap<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Filipino cuisine is largely unknown on the global stage so if you find yourself enjoying the local dishes and delicacies during your visit to the country, show much you appreciate the offerings by saying “Masarap” to the servers or cooks. It’s pronounced as “muh-sa-rap.”<\/p>\n Magkano<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Some Filipinos exploit foreigners by selling them overpriced items or services. Be wary of overly friendly sellers and compare prices before buying something. Once you’ve made up your mind, say “Magkano?,” which literally means “How much?” in English, to ask the exact amount of what you\u2019re paying for. It’s pronounced as “mug-kah-no.”<\/p>\n Ano ang pangalan mo<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n When getting to know someone, say “Ano ang pangalan mo?” to ask for their name. It’s pronounced as “a-no ang pa-nga-lan mo.”<\/p>\n
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