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How to Say "Hi" in Romanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Bun膬
"Hi" in Romanian 路 say it like boo-nuh

The most natural way to say "Hi" in Romanian is Bun膬. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Salut
more casual, often used among friends
Bun膬 ziua
more formal, used during the day

When to use it

You can use 'Bun膬' to greet someone in a friendly manner at any time of the day. It is suitable for both casual and semi-formal situations. For more formal occasions, you might prefer 'Bun膬 ziua'.

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Examples in Romanian

RomanianEnglish
Bun膬, ce mai faci?Hi, how are you?
Bun膬 ziua, domnule!Good afternoon, sir!
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'Bun膬' with 'Bun膬 ziua' and use it only in formal contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Bun膬, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Romanian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Salut' appropriate for all situations?

No, 'Salut' is more casual and should be used among friends or peers.

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