greeting politely

In Italian, 'saluto' is used to refer to a polite expression of greeting, often used when meeting someone for the first time or acknowledging someone's presence. It can be formal or informal, depending on the context. Italians often greet each other with 'Ciao' for informal situations or 'Salve' for more formal encounters. The choice of greeting reflects the level of familiarity and respect between the people involved.