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How sdo you say hello in Filipino?

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

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.

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