Formal Greetings:
* Magandang umaga po! (Good morning!) - This is the most common greeting used in the morning, especially to elders and people you respect.
* Magandang hapon po! (Good afternoon!) - Used during the afternoon.
* Magandang gabi po! (Good evening!) - Used in the evening.
* Kumusta po? (How are you?) - A general greeting that can be used throughout the day.
* Mano po! (Touching the elder's hand and kissing it) - A gesture of respect towards elders.
Informal Greetings:
* Hi! or Hello! - Common among friends and family.
* Kumusta ka? (How are you?) - Used among close friends and family.
* Musta? (A shortened version of "Kumusta ka?") - Used among close friends and family.
* Uy! (Hey!) - A friendly greeting used among friends and family.
Other Greetings:
* Mabuhay! (Welcome!) - A warm greeting used to welcome someone to the Philippines.
* Salamat po! (Thank you!) - Used to express gratitude.
* Paumanhin po! (Excuse me!) - Used to apologize or ask for permission.
Additional Notes:
* Filipinos usually use "po" and "opo" when speaking to elders or people they respect, as a sign of respect.
* Filipinos are generally very warm and hospitable, and they often greet each other with a smile and a hug or handshake.
* It's important to be mindful of the context and the relationship between the people you are greeting, and adjust your greeting accordingly.
Remember, these are just some common Filipino greetings. The best way to learn the nuances of Filipino greetings is to observe how Filipinos interact with each other and practice speaking with them.