What is salamat?

Salamat is a common Filipino word that means thank you. It is derived from the Proto-Malayo-Polynesian word salamat. While Tagalog speakers widely use "salamat," other Philippine languages have their own versions of expressing gratitude, such as "daghang salamat" in Cebuano (meaning "much thanks") and "agyamanak" in Ilocano. The word can be used in various contexts, from simple everyday interactions to expressing deep appreciation. Related words include "maraming salamat," which translates to "many thanks" or "thank you very much", offering a more emphatic expression of gratitude. It's considered polite to say "salamat po" or "maraming salamat po" when speaking to someone older or of higher status.

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