Buongiorno
Good morning
Language note: Used until around 2 PM, after which 'Buonasera' is preferred.
Culture note: Italians often greet with a smile and a handshake.
Context: You enter a career networking event and greet a company representative in the morning.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Buongiorno
[boo-ohn-JOR-noh]
Good morning
A common greeting used during the morning hours.
Dico 'Buongiorno' ai miei colleghi quando arrivo in ufficio.
I say 'Good morning' to my colleagues when I arrive at the office.
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