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The Most Common Spanish Greetings, Introductions and Goodbyes<\/h1>\n

In your journey to becoming fluent in Spanish, one of the most basic and common scenarios you will find yourself in is introductions and goodbyes, especially if you’re meeting new people and practicing your Spanish!<\/p>\n

Just as we were taught growing up to have manners, there is a friendly way to interact with others when meeting someone new or bidding them farewell. This article I’m going to go over some words and phrases that will help you navigate the beginning and ending of common conversations that you will inevitably find yourself in. Remember, first impressions make a lasting memory so make it count. Alright, let’s get started!<\/p>\n

SPANISH GREETINGS AND GOODBYES<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Spanish has a formal way of communicating as well as an informal way of talking. Depending on who you are speaking with and the situation you will want to select your choice of words carefully.<\/p>\n

Formal – <\/strong>Is used to talk with more respect such as to an elderly person or your boss<\/p>\n

Informal<\/strong> – Is used to talk to people you have more confidence and familiarity with like your family or friends.<\/p>\n

Greetings like\u00a0\u201cgood morning\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0\u201cgood afternoon\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0are very important in Spanish. In fact, in Latin American culture it is more formal, in which going through the ritual of greeting another person is an important way of showing respect.<\/p>\n

It should also be known that in some parts of Latin America, you are expected to greet every person individually, even if they\u2019re in a group. That means that if you\u2019re walking along the road in a town and pass a group of six people, you\u2019ll have to say, \u201cGood morning,\u201d six times!<\/p>\n