Translation
hello (a formal or neutral greeting)
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Word origin
From the Latin imperative salve ('be well'), used as a greeting.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- salvere
- English cognates
- salvation, salute
Examples
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Hello, how can I help you?
, .
Hello everyone, welcome to the course.
'' .
He just said 'hello' and left.
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salve: worksheet, infographic and listicle
Free printable study downloads for the Italian word "salve" (hello (a formal or neutral greeting)): a worksheet with the answer key built in, an infographic, and a sentence listicle. Open any one to view, print or save.
This word is taught in chapter 3, lesson 6: salve, almeno, passato and 7 more words.