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Bom dia
Literal meaning: "Good day"
Good morning (Brazil)
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What does it mean?
"Bom dia" is the standard good morning greeting in Brazil, used until roughly noon. Brazilians say it constantly — to neighbors, coworkers, even strangers in an elevator. Skipping it can read as cold.
How to use it
Universal and expected. In Brazilian culture, greeting people you pass (elevators, offices) is considered basic courtesy.
Example sentences
Good morning, everyone!
Bom dia, pessoal!
Good morning, did you sleep well?
Bom dia, dormiu bem?
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