kumusta, mahal ko
/kumusˈta maˈhal ko/word by word
The English phrase "hi, my love" is translated into Tagalog as kumusta, mahal ko.
This phrase is an affectionate greeting used when speaking to a romantic partner or a loved one.
Did you know?
- In Tagalog, the word mahal originally meant something that was expensive or had a high price. Over time, it shifted from describing the cost of an object to the value of a person.
Examples in context
- Kumusta, mahal ko, matagal tayong hindi nagkita.Hi, my love, we haven't seen each other in a long time.
- Kumusta, mahal ko, kumain ka na ba?Hi, my love, have you eaten yet?
Example conversation
Ricardo arrives home from work to see Maria.
- MariaKumusta, mahal ko, pagod ka ba?Hi, my love, are you tired?
- RicardoMedyo, pero okay lang nung nakita kita.A little, but I'm okay now that I've seen you.
- MariaSige, magpahinga ka muna.Alright, go rest for a bit.
- RicardoSalamat, Maria.Thanks, Maria.
