Salusalungat (en. Greeting)

salu-sa-lu-ngat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A greeting or expression of good day or wishes to someone.
He gave a greeting to his visitors.
Nagbigay siya ng salusalungat sa kanyang mga bisita.
A way of expressing good intentions towards others.
The greeting is important in social events.
Ang salusalungat ay mahalaga sa mga kaganapang panlipunan.
The act of greeting or welcoming someone.
The greeting can be done verbally or in writing.
Ang salusalungat ay maaaring gawin nang pasalita o pasulat.

Etymology

Derived from 'salu' and 'salungat', describing the state of opposition or response.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Good day!
A common greeting in the morning or noon.
Magandang araw!
How are you?
An informal greeting that shows concern for someone's well-being.
Kamusta ka?

Related Words

greeting
The act or manner of greeting someone.
pagbati
welcoming
A form of greeting usually performed during occasions.
pagsalubong

Slang Meanings

Cling to friendship
We are salusalungat, so we will face all challenges together.
Salusalungat tayo, kaya sama-sama tayong lalaban sa lahat ng pagsubok.
Solid support
No matter what happens, we are salusalungat, bro!
Kahit anong mangyari, salusalungat tayo, bro!
Treasure of friendship
We are very happy, because we are salusalungat and helping each other.
Sobrang saya namin, dahil salusalungat kami at may mga natutulungan.