How to say “Good morning” in Italian
The most common way to say “good morning” in Italian. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Buongiorno
In a sentence
English
Good morning, how are you?
Italian
Buongiorno, Come stai?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Good morning" in Italian?
"Good morning" in Italian is "Buongiorno". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Buongiorno" written in Italian?
"Buongiorno" is the standard written form in Italian, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Buongiorno" in Italian?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Buongiorno" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Buongiorno" mean in English?
"Buongiorno" is the Italian way of saying "Good morning" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Good morning" in Italian?
Many languages — including Italian — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Buongiorno" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Italian spoken?
Italian is spoken by an estimated 68 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Italian dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Italian dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Buongiorno" or any other Italian text.