Makasalubong (en. To greet)

ma-ka-sa-lu-bong

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that refers to greeting or welcoming a person.
We will go out to the station to greet our friends.
Makakalabas kami sa istasyon upang makasalubong ang aming mga kaibigan.
The act of meeting or welcoming a person who is approaching.
It's nice to greet the guests at the door.
Magandang makasalubong ang mga bisita sa pintuan.
A way of showing acceptance towards a person.
Greet them to show your kindness.
Makisalubong ka sa kanila upang ipakita ang iyong kabutihan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

greet with a smile
welcoming someone with joy
makasalubong nang may ngiti

Related Words

greet
An activity where people meet or encounter.
salubong

Slang Meanings

Souvenir food or gifts given or brought back from a trip.
I brought some kind of pasalubong from Baguio!
Nagdala ako ng kahit anong makasalubong mula sa Baguio!
To welcome someone, often implying they have status or wealth.
Of course, the welcome party is lively because the pasalubong is significant.
Siyempre, malaki ang makasalubong kaya masaya ang welcome party.
Preparing or buying things for someone else.
Sure, let’s look for some pasalubong for him when he comes home.
Sige, maghanap tayo ng makasalubong sa kanya pagka-uwi niya.