A1 — Beginnerverb
salutare
to greet, to say hello/goodbye
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
accoglieredare il benvenutoaccomiatarsicongedarsi
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
ignorareevitaresnobbire
Usage note
Can mean both greeting and farewell depending on context. 'Salutarsi' (reflexive) = to greet each other.
Example
"Saluto sempre i miei vicini quando li incontro."
"I always greet my neighbours when I meet them."
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