Buongiorno
Good morning
The Italian word 'Buongiorno' is a common greeting used in the morning and early afternoon. It can be used formally and informally. It is often the first greeting mentioned when entering shops, restaurants, or other places of business. It can also be used when saying goodbye in the morning or early afternoon.
Example sentences using: Buongiorno
Buongiorno, come stai?
Good morning, how are you?
This is a common greeting used in the morning along with a friendly inquiry about the persons well-being.
Buongiorno, posso avere un caffè per favore?
Good morning, may I have a coffee please?
In this phrase, the speaker is greeting the listener good morning and also ordering a coffee, which is a common breakfast drink in Italy.
Buongiorno, mi chiamo Maria.
Good morning, my name is Maria.
This is a typical way to greet someone in the morning and introduce oneself, where 'mi chiamo' means 'my name is'.