Hanggang sa muli
The English phrase "see you later" can be translated into Tagalog as Hanggang sa muli.
This phrase is used as a way to say goodbye.
Meaning: goodbye (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase Hanggang sa muli literally translates to "Until the next time". The word hanggang means "until" and muli means "again" or "next time".
Which one should you use?
In casual, spoken Tagalog, people are much more likely to say Kita tayo mamaya (See you later) instead of the formal Hanggang sa muli.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Hanggang sa muli is a formal or poetic way to say goodbye, often used in writing or formal speeches rather than casual daily conversation.
Did you know?
- In the Philippines, a formal goodbye like Hanggang sa muli is often accompanied by mano, a gesture where a younger person takes an elder's hand and presses it to their own forehead.
- The word sa used in this phrase was historically represented by the single character ᜐ in Baybayin, the indigenous pre-colonial writing system of the Philippines.
- In extremely casual settings, Filipinos often omit Hanggang sa muli entirely and instead use the word Ingat, which means 'take care', as a standalone way to say goodbye.
Examples in context
- Magpaalam na po ako, hanggang sa muli.I will take my leave, until we meet again.
- Salamat sa lahat. Hanggang sa muli!Thanks for everything. See you later!
- Hanggang sa muli, kailangan ko nang umuwi.See you later, I need to go home now.
Example conversation
Juan and Jasmine are parting ways after a coffee date.
- JuanSalamat sa masayang oras, Jasmine.Thanks for the wonderful time, Jasmine.
- JasmineWalang anuman, Juan. Hanggang sa muli!You're welcome, Juan. See you later!
- JuanIngat ka sa biyahe.Take care on your trip.
- JasmineIkaw rin!You too!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries hanggang, hanggang sa muli, muli, sa, CC BY-SA 4.0.
