salamat
/saˈlamat/
salamat is the Tagalog word for thanks.
salamat is used to express appreciation or gratitude.
Meaning: used to express appreciation or gratitude (intj)
Which one should you use?
While salamat is the standard way to say thanks, it is less formal than using the full phrase maraming salamat when expressing deep gratitude.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Adding the particle po to salamat makes the expression polite and respectful. For a more formal context, you can use Maraming salamat po to mean thank you very much.
How does it change in a sentence?
To say 'thank you very much', you can add maraming (many) before salamat to form maraming salamat.
How do you pronounce it?
/saˈlamat/
Did you know?
- Because of its Arabic origins via Malay, salamat shares a common ancestor with the word 'Salam' used in many Muslim cultures.
- The word salamat can be used to politely decline an offer, functioning as a 'no thank you' without needing to say 'no'.
- The polite particle po used with salamat is not just for elders but is also used with strangers to maintain social harmony.
Examples in context
- Salamat ito sa iyo.It's thanks to you.This sentence shows how to use salamat to say something is thanks to someone.Tatoeba #10170461 by theSardonyx, translation #4767215 by Stalwartlover
- Salamat, busog na ako.Thanks, I'm full.This sentence shows how to use salamat to express that you are full.Tatoeba #1818183 by nonong, translation #1298434 by alec
- Salamat, ayaw ko nito.Thanks, I hate it.This sentence shows how to use salamat when declining something.Tatoeba #11575384 by qwertzu, translation #8500183 by shekitten
- Salamat po sa inyong tulong.Thank you for your help.
- Maraming salamat po sa lahat ng tulong ninyo.Thank you very much for all your assistance.
- Salamat sa imbitasyon mo!Thanks for inviting me!
- Maraming salamat sa regalo, pare!Thank you so much for the gift, buddy!
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Example conversation
Ricardo gives Jasmine a cup of coffee at her desk.
- JasmineSalamat, Ricardo.Thanks, Ricardo.
- RicardoWalang anuman, Jasmine.You're welcome, Jasmine.
- JasmineMasarap ito.This is delicious.
- RicardoMabuti naman kung gusto mo.I'm glad if you like it.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry salamat, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries salamat, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
