Ciao!
Hi!
Language note: A casual greeting used at any time of the day.
Culture note: ‘Ciao’ is universally used in Italy, both for greeting and saying goodbye.
Context: You are visiting your in-laws' house and have just arrived at the door.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ciao
[chao]
Hello
A common Italian greeting used any time of the day.
Ho detto 'Ciao!' appena sono entrato.
I said 'Hello!' as soon as I entered.
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