Ciao!
Hello!
Language note: It's used anytime of the day and with anyone, both friends and strangers.
Culture note: In Italy, people greet almost everyone they meet in passing with 'Ciao'.
Context: You enter the school canteen and greet the staff.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ciao
[chee-ow]
Hello
A greeting used to say hello or goodbye.
Dici 'Ciao!' quando incontri qualcuno.
You say 'Hello!' when you meet someone.
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