Salut!

hello

Questions & Answers about Salut!

What does Salut! mean in English?

Salut! is an informal greeting equivalent to Hi! or Hello! in English.

How is Salut! pronounced in Romanian?

Pronounced [saˈlut], with stress on the second syllable.

• s as in sun
• a as in father
• l as in lamp
• u like oo in food
• t as in top

Is Salut! formal or informal?

It’s informal. You use Salut! among friends, family, classmates or colleagues you know well. In a formal context (with strangers, officials or elders), you’d choose Bună ziua (Good day) or Bună seara (Good evening).

Can you use Salut! at any time of day?

Yes. Unlike Bună dimineața (Good morning) or Bună seara, Salut! has no time restriction. It works in the morning, afternoon or evening as a casual greeting.

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