* Hapon: This is the most common and literal translation, meaning "afternoon" as a time period.
* Tanghali: This refers to the "noon" or "midday" time period, which can sometimes overlap with the afternoon.
Here's a breakdown:
* Good afternoon: Magandang hapon (formal) or Hapon po (informal)
* Afternoon class: Klase sa hapon
* Afternoon snack: Merienda (this is a Filipino term for afternoon snacks)
So, when you're unsure, using hapon is always a safe bet.