How to Say Goodbye in Italian
When in Rome, not only should you do as the Romans do, you should learn a few words of Italian as well. Whether you're telling an acquaintance you'll meet them later for lunch, or saying goodbye to a helpful public official in a more formal situation, you'll distinguish yourself if you do it in Italian. Using a word or two of the local language will resonate well with most people you'll meet on your travels.
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Say "addio" as a general, somewhat informal way of saying "goodbye." The word is pronounced "ah-di-OH" with the accent on the final syllable. This form is used in situations where you would say "'bye" in English.
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Use "arrivederci" when you would use the English word "goodbye." Pronounced "ah-riv-ah-DARE-chi," with the accent on the next-to-last syllable, this is the formal way of saying "goodbye."
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Employ the informal term "ciao" when you are speaking with family or friends, in a situation where a formal "goodbye" isn't necessary. The pronunciation is identical to that of the English word "chow."
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Tell someone that you will see them shortly with "a presto." Pronounced "ah PREST-oh," with the accent on the first syllable of the second word, this is an informal goodbye akin to the English phrase "see you soon."
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"A piu tardi" is another informal goodbye akin to "a presto," but with the connotation of, "see you later" rather than "see you soon." The phrase is pronounced "a pyoo TAR-dee."
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