Ciao
Hello/Goodbye (informal)
Language note: Versatile and used all day. Great for casual situations!
Culture note: Very Italian – expect a warm, friendly response!
Context: You arrive at a small Italian cafe and meet the waiter.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ciao
[Chow]
Hello/Goodbye
A common informal greeting or farewell.
Quando vedo un amico, dico 'Ciao'.
When I see a friend, I say 'Hello'.
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