Formal:
* Magandang araw po. (Good day, polite)
* Magandang hapon po. (Good afternoon, polite)
* Magandang gabi po. (Good evening, polite)
Informal:
* Hello. (Borrowed from English)
* Kumusta ka? (How are you?)
* Kamusta ka? (How are you? - more informal)
* Uy! (Hey! - very informal)
More specific greetings:
* Magandang umaga po. (Good morning, polite)
* Magandang tanghali po. (Good noon, polite)
* Mabuhay ka. (Welcome, literally "Live")
Choosing the right greeting:
* Po is a polite particle used after a greeting, especially when speaking to elders or someone you respect.
* Use the more formal greetings with people you don't know well or are older than you.
* Use the more informal greetings with friends and family.
It's always good to err on the side of formality when unsure.