Buongiorno
Good morning
Language note: Used until around midday, even if it's late morning!
Culture note: Italians appreciate a polite greeting when you first meet them in the day.
Context: You enter the dentist's office and greet the receptionist.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Buongiorno
[boo-ohn-JOHR-noh]
Good morning
A common greeting used in the morning.
Diciamo 'Buongiorno' quando ci svegliamo.
We say 'Good morning' when we wake up.
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