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How do you say hello in Phillpines?

There are many ways to say "hello" in the Philippines, depending on the context and the level of formality:

Formal:

* Magandang araw po. (Good day, respectful)

* Magandang hapon po. (Good afternoon, respectful)

* Magandang gabi po. (Good evening, respectful)

Informal:

* Kumusta ka? (How are you?)

* Kamusta? (Shortened version of Kumusta ka?)

* Hello. (English is widely spoken in the Philippines)

* Uy! (Hey!)

More polite ways:

* Manong/Manang, kumusta po kayo? (How are you, Uncle/Auntie, respectful)

* Sir/Ma'am, kumusta po kayo? (How are you, Sir/Ma'am, respectful)

* Ate/Kuya, kumusta po kayo? (How are you, Older Sister/Brother, respectful)

It's also important to consider:

* Region: Different regions in the Philippines have their own dialects and ways of greeting.

* Age and Relationship: Greetings vary depending on the age and relationship between the speakers.

* Situation: The way you greet someone will depend on the situation, like meeting someone for the first time or seeing a friend.

In general, it's always best to err on the side of politeness and use a more formal greeting when you're unsure.

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