There are over 100 different dialects spoken by Filipinos. Tagalog is spoken by the most people and is considered the main dialect. Here are some examples of key phrases:

How are you? Kumusta?

I'm fine. Mabuti.

Good Morning. Magandang Umaga.

Good Afternoon. Magandang Hapon.

Good evening. Magandang Gabi.

Thank you. Salamat.

Your welcome. Walang ano man.

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Date Created: 11/19/01 Date Modified: December2001