What are typical greeting and farewell formulas in Italian culture

Typical greeting formulas in Italian culture include “Ciao”, used informally for both “hello” and “goodbye,” and “Buongiorno” which means “good morning” and is more formal. For farewells, common phrases are “Arrivederci”, a formal way to say “goodbye,” and “Addio”, which is more final and less commonly used in everyday conversation. Italians also use “Salve” as a polite, neutral greeting. Handshakes are common in formal situations, while close friends and family often greet with cheek kisses, usually two, starting from the left. These expressions and gestures form the core of Italian social interactions in greeting and parting. ¹

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