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Tagalog “Salamat” in Bisaya: Salamat

The Tagalog word “salamat” translates to Salamat in Bisaya (Cebuano), pronounced sah-LAH-maht. In English, it means “Thank you.” Bisaya is spoken by over 22 million people across the Visayas and Mindanao — the second most widely spoken language in the Philippines after Tagalog.

Bisaya translation

Salamat

sah-LAH-maht

English meaning
Thank you
Part of speech
phrase

How to pronounce Salamat

Say it as sah-LAH-maht. Capitalized syllables in the pronunciation guide indicate stress — the part of the word you emphasize when speaking. Bisaya stress is meaningful: putting it on the wrong syllable can change the meaning of a word, so it's worth practicing out loud.

Usage note

Identical word in both Tagalog and Bisaya — borrowed from Arabic 'salām' (peace) through centuries of trade. Used universally across the Philippines.

Frequently asked questions

What is "salamat" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya translation of the Tagalog word "salamat" is Salamat, pronounced sah-LAH-maht. In English, it means "Thank you."
How do you pronounce "Salamat"?
Pronounce it as sah-LAH-maht. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Salamat" mean in English?
"Salamat" means "Thank you" in English. It functions as a phrase in everyday Cebuano conversation.
Is Bisaya the same as Cebuano?
Yes — Bisaya and Cebuano are two names for the same language. Cebuano is the more formal linguistic name, while Bisaya is the everyday name used by speakers themselves. Both refer to the language spoken by 22+ million Filipinos. Read more in our Bisaya vs Binisaya guide.

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