A1 interjection

Kumusta

When someone greets you with "Kumusta?" they're not always looking for a detailed health report! While it literally translates to "How are you?" it's often used as a casual "Hello" or "Hi." It's versatile and can be used in almost any informal greeting situation. Think of it as the Tagalog equivalent of a quick check-in, more about acknowledging someone's presence than probing their well-being.

Kumusta در ۳۰ ثانیه

  • Use Kumusta to say 'hello'.
  • Use Kumusta to ask 'how are you?'.
  • It's a common and versatile greeting.

راهنمای تلفظ

UK /kʊˈmusta/
US /kʊˈmusta/
short
هم‌قافیه با
mayroon ba maganda sige na
خطاهای رایج
  • stressing the first syllable
  • pronouncing 'u' like in 'cup'

گرامر لازم

Kumusta is a common greeting, similar to 'hello' or 'how are you' in English. It can be used in both formal and informal settings.

Kumusta ka? (How are you? - to one person)

When addressing multiple people, you can add 'kayo' after 'kumusta' to make it plural.

Kumusta kayo? (How are you all? - to multiple people)

You can also include the person's name after 'Kumusta' to directly greet them.

Kumusta, Juan? (Hello, Juan? / How are you, Juan?)

To ask 'How is [something/someone]?', you can use 'Kumusta ang [noun]?'

Kumusta ang trabaho mo? (How is your work?)

While 'Kumusta' is a question, it can also be used as a simple greeting without expecting a detailed answer, much like 'hello' in English.

Kumusta! (Hello!)

مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

1

Kumusta ka? Ang tagal nating hindi nagkita.

How are you? It's been a long time since we last saw each other.

A common greeting that combines 'kumusta' with the pronoun 'ka' (you).

2

Kumusta ang biyahe mo? Sana naging maayos ang lahat.

How was your trip? I hope everything went well.

Used to inquire about an experience, 'ang biyahe mo' (your trip) is the subject.

3

Kumusta naman ang pakiramdam mo ngayon? May lagnat ka pa ba?

How are you feeling now? Do you still have a fever?

Asking about someone's current physical state, 'pakiramdam mo' (your feeling) is the subject.

4

Kumusta ang pag-aaral mo sa Tagalog? Nahihirapan ka ba?

How is your Tagalog study going? Are you finding it difficult?

Inquiring about progress in an activity, 'ang pag-aaral mo' (your studying) is the subject.

5

Kumusta na ang proyekto? Tapos na ba ang lahat ng gawain?

How is the project now? Are all the tasks finished?

Asking about the status of a project, 'ang proyekto' (the project) is the subject.

6

Kumusta po? Nais ko lang magtanong tungkol sa serbisyo ninyo.

Hello (respectful form)? I just want to ask about your services.

Used as a respectful greeting, 'po' indicates politeness.

7

Kumusta ang araw mo? Marami ka bang nagawa?

How was your day? Did you get a lot done?

A common way to ask about someone's day, 'ang araw mo' (your day) is the subject.

8

Kumusta naman ang pamilya mo? Sana ay maayos sila.

How is your family? I hope they are well.

Asking about the well-being of someone's family, 'ang pamilya mo' (your family) is the subject.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Kumusta ka? How are you? (singular/informal)
Kumusta po kayo? How are you? (plural/formal)
Kumusta na? How are things? / What's up?
Kumusta ang araw mo? How's your day?
Kumusta ang pamilya? How's the family?
Kumusta sa bahay? How are things at home?
Kumusta ka na ngayon? How are you now?
Kumusta ang trabaho? How's work?
Kumusta ang pag-aaral? How's your studies?
Kumusta kayong lahat? How are you all?

عبارات رایج

Kumusta, [pangalan]!

Hello, [name]!

Mabuti naman. Ikaw, kumusta?

I'm good. How about you?

Kumusta, magandang umaga!

Hello, good morning!

Kumusta ka na ulit?

How are you again? (after a while)

Kumusta ang pakiramdam mo?

How are you feeling?

Kumusta ang biyahe?

How was the trip?

Kumusta ang bakasyon?

How was the vacation?

Uy, kumusta ka?

Hey, how are you?

Kumusta ang bagong [bagay]?

How's the new [thing]?

Kumusta ang mga bata?

How are the children?

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

Kumusta vs Maganda (beautiful) vs. Mabuti (good)

Both describe positive qualities, but 'maganda' is specifically for aesthetic beauty, while 'mabuti' is for general goodness or well-being.

Kumusta vs Gusto ko (I like/want) vs. Mahal ko (I love)

'Gusto ko' expresses liking or wanting, while 'Mahal ko' expresses deep affection or love, usually for people or things of great importance.

Kumusta vs Saan (where) vs. Kailan (when)

These are both interrogative words. 'Saan' asks about location, while 'Kailan' asks about time.

به‌راحتی اشتباه گرفته می‌شود

Kumusta vs po

This is a common Tagalog particle that adds politeness and respect to a statement. Many learners struggle with when and where to use it, often overusing or underusing it.

'Po' is used to show respect, especially to elders or people in authority. It doesn't have a direct English translation but is similar to 'sir' or 'ma'am' but used much more broadly. It's often paired with 'opo' (yes, polite) and 'hindi po' (no, polite).

Kumusta **po** kayo? (How are you, **sir/ma'am**?)

Kumusta vs lang

Often translated as 'only' or 'just,' 'lang' can be placed in various positions in a sentence, which can be confusing for learners trying to maintain natural flow.

'Lang' functions similarly to 'only' or 'just' in English, indicating limitation or emphasis. Its placement can slightly alter the nuance of the sentence, but generally, it's placed after the word it modifies.

Gusto ko **lang** ng kape. (I **just** want coffee.)

Kumusta vs na

The particle 'na' has multiple uses: 'already,' 'now,' or a linker. Its versatility makes it challenging to pinpoint the correct usage in different contexts.

As 'already' or 'now', it indicates completion or a change in state. As a linker, it connects an adjective to a noun or adverb to a verb, often equivalent to 'which is' or 'that is'. The context usually clarifies its meaning.

Umalis **na** siya. (He left **already**.)

Kumusta vs ng

This is a very common linker with various grammatical functions: genitive marker (of), direct object marker, and an article (a/an). Its pronunciation also varies.

'Ng' (pronounced 'nang' or 'nung' depending on region) can indicate possession ('of'), mark the direct object of a verb, or act as an indefinite article (like 'a' or 'an'). Its function depends on the sentence structure.

Baso **ng** tubig. (Glass **of** water.)

Kumusta vs pa

Similar to 'na,' 'pa' has multiple meanings like 'still,' 'yet,' or 'more.' Learners often mix it up with 'na' or struggle with its placement.

'Pa' indicates continuity, addition, or something ongoing. It can mean 'still,' 'yet,' 'more,' or 'also.' It's often used in contrast to 'na,' which indicates completion.

Mayroon **pa** akong gagawin. (I **still** have something to do.)

خانواده کلمه

اسم‌ها

kumustahan a social gathering or conversation where people ask each other how they are

فعل‌ها

kumustahin to ask someone how they are
mangumusta to greet or inquire about someone's well-being

خودت رو بسنج 42 سوال

multiple choice A1

Which of these is a common Tagalog greeting?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta

Kumusta means 'hello' or 'how are you?' It's a very common way to greet someone in Tagalog.

multiple choice A1

If someone says 'Kumusta' to you, what are they likely asking?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: How are you?

While 'Kumusta' can mean 'hello', it's most commonly used to ask 'how are you?'.

multiple choice A1

You meet a new friend. What is the most appropriate greeting to use?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta

Kumusta is the standard greeting in Tagalog, equivalent to 'hello' or 'how are you?'

true false A1

'Kumusta' can be used as both 'hello' and 'how are you?'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: درست

Yes, 'Kumusta' is versatile and serves both purposes in Tagalog greetings.

true false A1

If you say 'Kumusta' to someone, you are saying goodbye.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: نادرست

No, 'Kumusta' is a greeting, not a farewell. 'Paalam' is how you say goodbye.

true false A1

You can only use 'Kumusta' with people you know well.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: نادرست

No, 'Kumusta' is a general greeting and can be used with anyone, whether you know them well or are just meeting them.

listening A1

Listen for 'Kumusta ka?'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta ka?
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
listening A1

Listen for the plural form of 'Kumusta'.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta kayo?
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
listening A1

Listen for the polite form of 'Kumusta'.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta po kayo?
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
speaking A1

این را بلند بخوانید:

Kumusta po?

تمرکز: koo-moos-tah poh

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
speaking A1

این را بلند بخوانید:

Kumusta siya?

تمرکز: koo-moos-tah see-yah

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
speaking A1

این را بلند بخوانید:

Kumusta kayo?

تمرکز: koo-moos-tah kah-yoh

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
writing A1

Write a short sentence greeting someone using 'Kumusta'.

خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.

پاسخ نمونه

Kumusta ka?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
writing A1

Imagine you are meeting a new friend. Write a simple question asking how they are, using 'Kumusta'.

خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.

پاسخ نمونه

Kumusta ka naman?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
writing A1

You are texting a family member. Write a quick greeting.

خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.

پاسخ نمونه

Kumusta!

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
reading A1

What is the most likely relationship between A and B?

این متن را بخوانید:

A: Kumusta? B: Kumusta ka din!

What is the most likely relationship between A and B?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: They are exchanging greetings.

Both speakers are using 'Kumusta', which is a greeting.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: They are exchanging greetings.

Both speakers are using 'Kumusta', which is a greeting.

reading A1

What does your friend's reply suggest?

این متن را بخوانید:

You see a friend and say 'Kumusta!'. Your friend replies 'Mabuti naman.'

What does your friend's reply suggest?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: They are feeling well.

'Mabuti naman' means 'I'm good/fine' in response to 'how are you'.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: They are feeling well.

'Mabuti naman' means 'I'm good/fine' in response to 'how are you'.

reading A1

What does 'po' add to 'Kumusta'?

این متن را بخوانید:

In a formal setting, someone might say 'Kumusta po?' to show respect.

What does 'po' add to 'Kumusta'?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: It shows politeness or respect.

'Po' is a common Tagalog particle used to show respect, especially to elders or in formal situations.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: It shows politeness or respect.

'Po' is a common Tagalog particle used to show respect, especially to elders or in formal situations.

multiple choice A2

Which of these is the most appropriate response when someone says 'Kumusta ka?' to you?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Mabuti, salamat. Ikaw?

'Mabuti, salamat. Ikaw?' means 'I'm good, thank you. And you?' which is the standard and polite response to 'Kumusta ka?'

multiple choice A2

You meet an older person. Which greeting would be more respectful?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta po kayo?

Adding 'po' and using 'kayo' makes the greeting more formal and respectful, which is appropriate when addressing an older person.

multiple choice A2

When you want to say 'Hello, friend!' in Tagalog, which option is correct?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta, kaibigan!

'Kumusta' means 'Hello' and 'kaibigan' means 'friend'.

true false A2

'Kumusta' can be used as a greeting similar to 'hello'.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: درست

Yes, 'Kumusta' is a common way to say 'hello' or to ask 'how are you?'.

true false A2

It is always appropriate to respond with just 'Kumusta' when someone asks 'Kumusta ka?'.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: نادرست

While 'Kumusta' can be a greeting, a more complete and polite response to 'Kumusta ka?' (How are you?) would be 'Mabuti, salamat. Ikaw?' (I'm good, thank you. And you?).

true false A2

The word 'Kumusta' is only used to ask about someone's well-being.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: نادرست

No, 'Kumusta' can also simply mean 'Hello' or 'Hi', acting as a general greeting.

writing A2

Write a short message to a new Filipino friend asking how they are and introducing yourself. Use 'Kumusta' and 'Ako si...' (I am...).

خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.

پاسخ نمونه

Kumusta? Ako si [Your Name]. Masaya akong makilala ka. (Hello? I am [Your Name]. I am happy to meet you.)

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
writing A2

You just met someone new. Write a simple dialogue where you greet them and ask how they are, and they respond positively. Use 'Kumusta ka?' and 'Mabuti naman.'

خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.

پاسخ نمونه

Ikaw: Kumusta ka? (You: How are you?) Siya: Mabuti naman. Ikaw? (Them: I'm good. How about you?)

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
writing A2

Imagine you are sending a quick text to a friend you haven't seen in a while. Write a message checking in on them, using 'Kumusta'.

خوب نوشتید! تلاش خوبی بود! پاسخ نمونه را ببینید.

پاسخ نمونه

Kumusta na? Matagal na tayong hindi nagkita. Sana ayos ka. (How are you? It's been a while since we last saw each other. Hope you're okay.)

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
reading A2

What did Ana say to Ben when she saw him?

این متن را بخوانید:

Si Ana ay naglalakad sa parke. Nakita niya ang kanyang kaibigan na si Ben. Lumapit si Ana kay Ben at sinabi, 'Kumusta ka, Ben?' Sumagot si Ben, 'Mabuti naman, Ana. Ikaw?'

What did Ana say to Ben when she saw him?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta ka?

Ana greeted Ben by asking 'Kumusta ka?' which means 'How are you?'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta ka?

Ana greeted Ben by asking 'Kumusta ka?' which means 'How are you?'

reading A2

What did Maria ask Juan besides 'Kumusta ka?'

این متن را بخوانید:

Nag-text si Maria sa kanyang kaibigan na si Juan. Sabi ni Maria, 'Kumusta ka, Juan? May klase ka ba ngayon?' Sumagot si Juan, 'Oo, may klase ako. Pero pagkatapos, libre ako.'

What did Maria ask Juan besides 'Kumusta ka?'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: May klase ka ba ngayon?

Maria asked 'May klase ka ba ngayon?' which means 'Do you have class today?'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: May klase ka ba ngayon?

Maria asked 'May klase ka ba ngayon?' which means 'Do you have class today?'

reading A2

How did the Santos couple greet their neighbor?

این متن را بخوانید:

Ang mag-asawang Santos ay naglalakad sa mall. Nakasalubong nila ang kanilang kapitbahay. Binati nila ang kapitbahay at sabay nilang sinabi, 'Kumusta po?' Ngumiti ang kapitbahay at sumagot, 'Mabuti po, salamat.'

How did the Santos couple greet their neighbor?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta po?

The Santos couple greeted their neighbor with 'Kumusta po?' which is a polite way of saying 'How are you?'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta po?

The Santos couple greeted their neighbor with 'Kumusta po?' which is a polite way of saying 'How are you?'

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___ ang pakiramdam mo ngayon?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta

'Kumusta' is used to ask 'how' someone is feeling.

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Matagal na tayong hindi nagkita. ___ ka?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta

In this context, 'Kumusta' is asking 'how are you' after a long time.

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Pagdating ko sa bahay, sabi ko sa pamilya ko, '___ kayo?'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta

'Kumusta' is used here as a greeting to ask 'how are you all'.

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Nakita ko ang kaibigan ko sa mall at ang unang tanong ko ay, '___?'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta

It's a common greeting to ask 'how are you' when seeing a friend.

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Gusto kong malaman ang lagay ng iyong kalusugan. ___ ka?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta

'Kumusta' directly asks about someone's condition or well-being.

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Kung sasabihin mo sa isang tao ang 'Hello', maaari mo ring sabihin na '___'.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Kumusta

'Kumusta' can also be used as a general greeting like 'Hello'.

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Matapos ang mahabang biyahe, ang unang bagay na sinabi niya ay, "Kumusta, ___ na ako dito!"

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: sa wakas

The speaker is expressing relief at arrival, so 'sa wakas' (finally) fits the context of 'Kumusta, I'm finally here!'

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Hindi niya inasahan ang biglaang pagbisita, kaya ang tanging nasabi niya nang makita sila ay, "Kumusta, anong ___ dito?"

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: balita

In this context, 'anong balita dito?' (what's the news/what's up?) is a common way to inquire about an unexpected visit after a 'Kumusta'.

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Pagkatapos ng matagal na hindi pagkikita, niyakap niya ang kanyang kaibigan at sinabing, "Kumusta ka na, ___?"

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: matagal na

The phrase 'matagal na' (it's been a long time) perfectly complements 'Kumusta ka na?' (How have you been?) when reuniting after a long separation.

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Sa gitna ng kaguluhan, tinanong niya ang kasamahan, "Kumusta, ___ pa ba tayo?"

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: okay

Asking 'Kumusta, okay pa ba tayo?' (How are we, are we still okay?) is a natural way to check on someone's well-being or the status of a situation during a difficult time.

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Nahuli siya sa pagdalo sa pulong, kaya ang kanyang pagbati ay, "Kumusta po, ___ na ako."

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: pasensya

When arriving late, 'pasensya na ako' (I'm sorry) is the appropriate addition to 'Kumusta po' (Hello, respectfully) to apologize for the delay.

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Nang makita niya ang kanyang ina, ngumiti siya at sinabing, "Kumusta po, ___ ng araw mo?"

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: maganda

The phrase 'Kumusta po, maganda ng araw mo?' (Hello, how was your day?) is a warm and common greeting when asking about someone's day.

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