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Saying Hello in Italian: A Comprehensive Guide

Formal and Informal Greetings In Italian culture, it’s important to know the appropriate level of formality to use when greeting someone. Here are some common formal and informal greetings to use in different settings: Formal Greetings: Buongiorno (Good morning) Buonasera (Good evening) Buon pomeriggio (Good afternoon) Salve (Hello, used in formal situations) Gentile Signor(a) (Dear Mr./Mrs. or Ms.) Piacere di…