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What is filipino word for whats up?

There are several ways to say "what's up" in Filipino, depending on the context and level of formality:

Informal:

* Kumusta? - This is the most common and versatile greeting, similar to "How are you?"

* Musta? - A shortened version of "Kumusta?"

* Ano'ng meron? - This literally means "What's there?" and is used to ask about what's happening or going on.

* Kamusta ka? - This is a more formal version of "Kumusta?"

* Anong ginagawa mo? - This means "What are you doing?" and can be used as a casual greeting.

Formal:

* Mabuti ba ang araw mo? - This means "How is your day?" and is more polite.

* Magandang araw po! - This is a formal greeting that means "Good day!"

Other options:

* Pareho tayo! - This means "Same to you!" and can be used after someone says "What's up?"

* Wala naman, ikaw? - This means "Nothing much, how about you?" and is a common response.

The best way to choose the appropriate word depends on who you are talking to and the context of the conversation.

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