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I heard that Italians don't normally say "buon pomeriggio" for good afternoon (after 12pm) but instead say "Buongiorno" or "Buonasera" Is this correct?
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Yes, we rarely say buon pomeriggio because it is a bit formal
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Yeah, they're more usual expressions, but "buon pomeriggio" is used tho.
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"Buon pomeriggio" is very formal. So yeah, you're correct.
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If you want to be sure, then use "Salve". You won't be wrong! :)
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