96: Don’t Be Rude! How to Meet, Greet and Be Polite in Italian

Want to make a good impression when you meet Italians? Learn the do’s and don'ts when it comes to greeting and being polite in Italian.

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Today's Italian words:

un caffè, per favore = a coffee, please

grazie = thank you

prego = you're welcome

scusi = excuse me / sorry

buongiorno = hello (during the day)

buonasera = hello (during the evening)

salve = hello (any time of day)

ciao = hi (informal)

sono Katie = I'm Katie

come si chiama? = what's your name? (formal)

piacere = pleased to meet you

buona giornata = have a good day

buona serata = have a good evening

arrivederci = good bye