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Tagalog “Kumusta ka” in Bisaya: Kumusta ka

The Tagalog word “kumusta ka” translates to Kumusta ka in Bisaya (Cebuano), pronounced koo-MOOS-tah kah. In English, it means “How are 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

Kumusta ka

koo-MOOS-tah kah

English meaning
How are you
Part of speech
phrase

How to pronounce Kumusta ka

Say it as koo-MOOS-tah kah. 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.

Example sentences

  • Kumusta ka? — Maayo ra.

    “How are you? — I'm fine.”

Usage note

Identical phrase. Both come from Spanish '¿Cómo está?'

Frequently asked questions

What is "kumusta ka" in Bisaya?
The Bisaya translation of the Tagalog word "kumusta ka" is Kumusta ka, pronounced koo-MOOS-tah kah. In English, it means "How are you."
How do you pronounce "Kumusta ka"?
Pronounce it as koo-MOOS-tah kah. Capitalized syllables indicate stress.
What does "Kumusta ka" mean in English?
"Kumusta ka" means "How are you" in English. It functions as a phrase in everyday Cebuano conversation.
How do you use "Kumusta ka" in a sentence?
Example: "Kumusta ka? — Maayo ra." — How are you? — I'm fine.
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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