Lesson Transcript

Hi, everybody! This is Erica from FilipinoPod101.com.
Do you know how to say “thank you” in Filipino? In this lesson, you'll learn three different ways to say "thank you" and how to respond.
Let’s start with the easiest one.
Salamat.
[slowly] Salamat.
It means “thank you.”
If you want to appreciate more than just saying "thank you," you can say this expression.
Maraming salamat.
[slowly] Maraming salamat.
Marami means "a lot" so Maraming salamat literally means, "many thanks."
So simply add Maraming if you want to show your appreciate a lot to someone.
What if you want to show appreciation for something in a more formal way? Here's how you can say it.
Salamat po.
[slowly] Salamat po.
We have the word po at the end. This word can be used to show respect to older people.
Now you know 3 different ways to say "thank you" in Filipino! But how do you respond if someone thanks you?
If someone says "thank you" in Filipino, simply say Walang anuman. It means "you're welcome." If it's a formal situation, say Walang anuman po.
Let's wrap up this lesson by recapping what we've learned. Listen to the expressions and repeat after me.
“Thank you."
Salamat
*beep
Salamat
The way to say “thank you so much.”
Maraming salamat.
*beep
Maraming salamat.
Literally, a formal version of “thank you."
Salamat po.
*beep
Salamat po.
And to respond, just say:
Walang anuman.
*beep
Walang anuman.
Well done! [pause]
Filipino has been influenced by many languages throughout history, and the phrase Slamat has a connection to the Arabic phrase Salam, meaning "thank you." Don't be surprised if you find similar sounding words from other languages, especially Spanish words.
You just learned three different ways to say “thank you” and how to respond in Filipino.
And, if you really want to become fluent and speak Filipino from the very first lesson, go to FilipinoPod101.com.
I’ll see you next time. Paalam.

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