Hello in Tagalog

“Hello” in Tagalog is “Kumusta” or “Kamusta” – the most common greeting used in the Philippines. This versatile word works in both formal and informal situations, making it essential for anyone learning Tagalog. Discover more variations and contextual uses below!

[Words] = Hello

[Definition]:

• Hello /həˈloʊ/
• Interjection: Used as a greeting or to begin a conversation
• Noun: An utterance of “hello”; a greeting
• Verb: To say or shout “hello”; to greet someone

[Synonyms] = Kumusta, Kamusta, Musta, Hoy, Oy, Hi

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Hello, how are you doing today?
• Ex1_PH: Kumusta, kumusta ka ngayong araw?
• Ex2_EN: She said hello to everyone in the room.
• Ex2_PH: Binati niya ng kumusta ang lahat sa silid.
• Ex3_EN: Hello, is anyone there?
• Ex3_PH: Kumusta, may tao ba diyan?
• Ex4_EN: I just called to say hello and check on you.
• Ex4_PH: Tumawag lang ako para batiin ka ng kumusta at alamin kung ayos ka lang.
• Ex5_EN: Hello, welcome to our store!
• Ex5_PH: Kumusta, maligayang pagdating sa aming tindahan!