Small talks; Casual conversation; in Italian



Greetings in Italian

PRACTICAL IDEAS AND RESOURCES

Resources in this section curated by: Illena Trebont

“Hello” in Italian: A Complete Guide to Formal and In | Blog Post

This article describes different greetings and goodbyes in Italian, and explains how the appropriate context in which to use them depends on the dialect of Italian that you are speaking. It also includes information on how to politely greet and say “goodbye” to elders and superiors by using the formal pronoun “lei.” The last part of the article provides information about various greetings and goodbyes that can be used in specific situations, such as phone greetings. 

The Art of Italian Greetings & Goodbyes | Article

This article provides learners with several pieces of advice related to greeting and leave-taking in Italian. The first piece of advice is to avoid overusing “ciao,” which is only appropriate to use with family members and friends. The second piece of advice is to opt for longer goodbyes and hellos, as shorter ones are considered impolite in Italian. Lastly, this article explains how to demonstrate respect through the use of the formal greetings “salve” and “arrivederci.”

How to Introduce Yourself in Italian | Blog Post

This article provides learners with information about how to introduce themselves and make friends in Italian. It includes phrases associated with formal and informal greetings, common gestures used during introductions, and polite ways to ask someone about their age or occupation. It also gives learners advice about how to introduce their friends in Italian, and explains what information can be shared during introductions in specific contexts, such as business meeting introductions.